The Prime Minister and Parliament are “wasting time” by running the clock down on Brexit, Alliance Brexit spokesperson Stephen Farry MLA has said.
Dr Farry was speaking after Prime Minister Theresa May told the House of Commons there would be another vote on her proposed Brexit Withdrawal Agreement but only after more talks with the EU.
“Delay and running the clock down on Brexit is a dangerous game. Asking for more time equates to wasting time,” said Dr Farry.
“The choices facing the UK are clear and stark. Any negotiated Brexit will need to be based on this Withdrawal Agreement, including the backstop as it is currently framed. The only coherent alternative is a further referendum. Otherwise, the default is a catastrophic no deal situation.
“More and more delay and procrastination only serves to indulge delusions and the chasing of unicorns. However, delay doesn’t some without cost. Business and other stakeholders need to have certainty, and will otherwise be forced to take decisions with implications for investment and jobs.
“Parliament needs to step up and force this issue. At a minimum, it does seem there is a majority for a soft Brexit which could be telegraphed through an amended political declaration. However, there may also be a majority for a People’s Vote.
