Brexit: Theresa May's landmark EU Withdrawal Bill passes first parliamentary hurdle
British Prime Minister Theresa May Photo: PA
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Britain's parliament backed a second reading of legislation to sever ties with the European Union early on Tuesday, a reprieve for British Prime Minister Theresa May who now faces demands by lawmakers for concessions before it becomes law.
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