Carberry: Essential Parliament Is Given Brexit Voice

The transcript discusses the role of Parliament in the draft bill process, emphasizing the need for Parliament to have control and influence over the withdrawal agreement. It highlights Theresa May's strategy and the importance of amendments to ensure meaningful participation by Parliament. The discussion also covers the need for impact assessments and the unrealistic promises made by the government regarding trade benefits outside the EU.

What is one of the significant outcomes from the week regarding Parliament's role in the Brexit process?

• Parliament can veto any trade agreement.

• Parliament can take back some control over the process.

• Parliament can negotiate directly with the EU.

• Parliament can dissolve the government.

What does the Labour Party's amendment aim to guarantee?

• A new customs union with the EU.

• Tariff-free trade and no new bureaucratic impediments.

• A complete withdrawal from all EU agreements.

• A second referendum on Brexit.

What is a key concern regarding the final bill after amendments?

• It might be rejected by the EU.

• It could lead to a new election.

• It may not give Parliament enough control over the process.

• It might not pass in the House of Lords.

Why are impact assessments important in the Brexit process?

• They help measure the economic impact against the current EU agreement.

• They ensure the UK remains in the EU.

• They guarantee a no-deal Brexit.

• They allow the government to bypass Parliament.

What did David Davies claim about the benefits of being outside the single market?

• The benefits would be greater than being inside.

• The benefits would be exactly the same as being inside.

• There would be no benefits at all.

• The benefits would be minimal compared to being inside.