Brexit Bill Clears U.K. Parliament

The UK Parliament has passed the European Union Withdrawal Agreement bill, moving the UK closer to leaving the EU. After the House of Commons overturned amendments from the House of Lords, both houses agreed to advance the bill. Prime Minister Boris Johnson expressed relief and optimism for the UK's future. The bill will become law after receiving royal assent, and the EU Council and Commission presidents are expected to sign the agreement soon. The EU Parliament will vote on it next week, and if all goes as planned, the UK will officially leave the EU at 11:00 PM on January 31st.

What significant step did the UK Parliament take regarding Brexit?

• They rejected the Withdrawal Agreement bill.

• They approved the Withdrawal Agreement bill.

• They postponed the decision on the Withdrawal Agreement bill.

• They sent the Withdrawal Agreement bill back to the EU.

What did Prime Minister Boris Johnson emphasize in his statement about Brexit?

• The importance of remaining in the EU.

• The unity and future of the United Kingdom.

• The need for a second referendum.

• The challenges of negotiating with the EU.

What is the next step after the UK Parliament's approval of the Withdrawal Agreement bill?

• It needs to be signed by the US President.

• It requires approval from the EU Council and Commission.

• It will be sent back to the House of Lords.

• It will be implemented immediately.

When is the UK scheduled to officially leave the EU?

• February 1st at noon.

• March 29th at 9:00 AM.

• January 31st at 11:00 PM local time.

• December 31st at midnight.

What is required for the Withdrawal Agreement bill to become law?

• A signature from the Prime Minister.

• A public referendum.

• Royal assent from the Queen.

• Approval from the US Congress.