U.K. Supreme Court: Johnson's Parliament Suspension Unlawful

The transcript discusses the prorogation of the UK Parliament, highlighting its impact on parliamentary functions and democracy. It explains the differences between prorogation and recess, emphasizing the exceptional circumstances surrounding the prorogation. The court found the prorogation unlawful, as it hindered Parliament's constitutional role without justification. The judgment declared the prorogation void, allowing Parliament to resume its duties. The court's decision underscores the importance of parliamentary sovereignty and the need for government actions to be legally justified.

What is the main difference between proroguing Parliament and going into recess?

• Recess stops all parliamentary business completely.

• Recess requires a new Queen's speech.

• Prorogation halts parliamentary meetings and debates.

• Prorogation allows Parliament to meet and debate.

What was the main issue with the memorandum from Nikki Decoster?

• It outlined the impact on the European Union Withdrawal Act.

• It provided a detailed explanation for the prorogation.

• It discussed the difference between prorogation and recess.

• It failed to justify the need for a five-week halt in parliamentary business.

Why did the court find the prorogation unlawful?

• It frustrated Parliament's constitutional role without reasonable justification.

• It had no effect on parliamentary functions.

• It was a decision made by Parliament.

• It was necessary for preparing a Queen's speech.

What did the court declare about the prorogation?

• It was a decision made by the House of Commons.

• It was necessary for the Queen's speech.

• It was null and had no effect.

• It was a valid proceeding in Parliament.

Who is responsible for deciding the next steps after the court's judgment?

• The House of Lords

• The Speaker and the Lord Speaker

• The Prime Minister alone

• The European Union

What was the court's view on the Prime Minister's role after the judgment?

• The Prime Minister must take no action.

• The Prime Minister should consult the European Union.

• The Prime Minister should ignore the court's declaration.

• The Prime Minister should comply with the court's declaration.

What was the court's unanimous judgment regarding the prorogation?

• It was a decision made by the House of Lords.

• It was void and of no effect.

• It was a lawful proceeding.

• It was necessary for parliamentary business.