People will probably wave their hands and say 'oh oh, section 8C of the 2018 Act'
Let's ignore the fact section 8C doesn't require any vote and instead notice that while 8C gives broad powers to ministers, it doesn't contain a broad power to change the Protocol
And if you look specifically at s.8C (5A)(c)(ii)
Powers in relation to the Protocol are specifically constrained - only allowed to change Articles 5 and 10
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If Ministers are being advised otherwise then the Ministers are being falsely advised
If government lawyers believe this and and are advising ministers (including the Prime Minister) then it would be, as a matter of practicality, helpful to know that