The ECJ legal adviser’s opinion on Article 50 makes it easier for MPs to vote for another Brexit referendum

Analysis: If the European court follows this opinion, it would mean a referendum decision to remain in the EU – under existing terms – could be implemented straight away, as John Rentoul explains

Can the deal be undone? (AP)

The European Court of Justice is likely to rule that the UK has the right to cancel its notice of intention to leave the European Union. The court’s advocate general this morning issued an opinion to that effect, and the court usually follows such advice.

If confirmed, this would make a new referendum easier because a vote to remain in the EU could be implemented straight away – and our membership of the EU would continue under the existing terms, the UK rebate on contributions included.