Johnson says 'public should decide' on next steps

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson has challenged Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn to back an October 15 general election as he (Johnson) battled against efforts to delay Brexit.

• MPs are voting on the second reading stage of a draft law to urge Boris Johnson to delay Brexit by three months if he cannot agree a new deal with the European Union.
• MPs are set to vote on the proposed legislation from around 7pm this evening.
• If the vote goes against the his government, Boris Johnson will seek the backing of the Parliment for an October 15 general election; a two-thirds majority of parliament is required.
• Boris Johnson has challenged Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn to back an October 15 general election.