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Statement on triggering Article 50

29 March 2017 (updated on 29 March 2017)

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The Prime Minister, Theresa May, made a statement in the House of Commons on Wednesday 29 March 2017 on triggering Article 50.

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House of Commons Library analysis

The House of Commons Library produces briefing papers to inform MPs and their staff of key issues. The papers contain factual information and a range of opinions on each subject, and aim to be politically impartial.

The Library has published a briefing paper on the Article 50 process.

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