The Repeal Bill—examining the constitutional issues

Table of contents

• Original news
• What is the background and purpose of the Bill?
• What are the key provisions and powers included?
• Are there any notable inclusions or omissions from the Bill?
• What are the advantages and disadvantages of the drafters’ approach, and which provisions will be vulnerable to challenge?
• What are the procedural requirements, challenges and timescales for passing the Bill?
• What aspect of the Bill could have the most significant future impact?

Article summary

Public Law analysis: With the long wait for sight of the government’s Repeal Bill over, George Peretz QC, of Monckton Chambers, assesses its constitutional implications and says, paradoxically speaking, the practical effect of the Bill might be very little on the day of Brexit, albeit having achieved its intended goal.