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05 November 2018
Issue: 7816 / Categories: Legal News , Brexit
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Lawyers for a People’s Vote

More than 1,500 lawyers have signed a letter called for a second referendum on Brexit.

A group, Lawyers for a People’s Vote, organised the letter, which was sent to the prime minister this week. Signatories include leading QCs, barristers, solicitors and academics.

Former Attorney General Dominic Grieve, writing on the group’s website, describes the argument in favour of a second vote as ‘overwhelming’.

The letter states that ‘voters are entitled to know what they are voting for’, and points out that ‘a people’s vote is the most credible and democratic way to ensure the legitimacy of a decision that will profoundly impact generations to come’.

Issue: 7816 / Categories: Legal News , Brexit
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MOVERS & SHAKERS

Birketts—four appointments

Birketts—four appointments

Firm expands partnership with four lateral hires across key practice areas

Harper James—Lottie Hugo

Harper James—Lottie Hugo

Commercial law firm announces appointment of corporate partner

Carey Olsen—Patrick Ormond

Carey Olsen—Patrick Ormond

Partner joins corporate and finance practice in British Virgin Islands

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