Boris Johnson's suspension of UK Parliament unlawful, Scottish court rules

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The highest civil court in Scotland finds in favour of more than 75 opposition MPs and Lords who had challenged the move to suspend Parliament.

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The highest civil court in Scotland has ruled Boris Johnson's suspension of Parliament is unlawful, in the latest setback for the UK Prime Minister.Three judges in the Court of Session, as well as Scotland's most senior judge, found the suspension of Parliament to be"unlawful"

On Wednesday, three judges in the Court of Session — including Scotland's most senior judge — found in favour of a group of more than 75 opposition MPs and Lords who had challenged the move, saying it was a breach of the constitution. In the summary issued by the court, Lord Philip Brodie called the decision to prorogue Parliament"an egregious case of a clear failure to comply with generally accepted standards of behaviour of public authorities".

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Courts have no authority over the Queen though. Court of appeal will throw this out.

Absolutely ridiculous. Back down South for the appeal. Give Scotland their independence. They’ll be cup in hand overnight like they always are.

Wish they’d just stop Brexit altogether. It’s a stupid idea, pitched by idiots and grifters. Be gone!!!

Poor Boris now has what he always thought he would want, the top job. Only to be faced with possibly the most challenging scenario to face any British PM since WW2. I wouldn’t trade places with him for all the money in the world!

What a bloody mess.

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