He could trigger the Civil Contingencies Act, giving No10 sweeping powers, including to override the Benn Bill. But worried anti-Brexit MPs bidding to foil a no-deal departure have received legal advice saying the Civil Contingencies Act could be used if there are fears of widespread disorder. “But we will make sure there are consequences if he acts recklessly.”A Lib Dem source said: "The Civil Contingencies Act is designed for genuine emergencies. "To falsely use it to push through a disastrous no-deal Brexit would be absurd. Downing Street sources denied planning to use the Civil Contingencies Act.

Source: Daily Mirror October 02, 2019 19:52 UTC