News Alert: Britain sets December date for election in which Brexit will dominate

Parliament on Tuesday voted to hold elections on Dec. 12. Prime Minister Boris Johnson, who was selected in a party leadership vote in July, wants a mandate to "get Brexit done." Opposition parties want to keep close ties to the European Union or stay in the bloc.

Democracy Dies in Darkness     News Alert Oct 29, 4:25 PM     Britain sets December date for election in which Brexit will dominate Parliament on Tuesday voted to hold elections on Dec. 12. Prime Minister Boris Johnson, who was selected in a party leadership vote in July, wants a mandate to "get Brexit done." Opposition parties want to keep close ties to the European Union or stay in the bloc. Read more » Advertisement You received this email because you signed up for news alerts from The Washington Post. Manage my newsletters and alerts | Unsubscribe Privacy Policy | Help ©2019 The Washington Post, 1301 K St NW, Washington DC 20071