UK could join bombing runs against IS at end of next week

William Hague makes it clear that prior approval from Parliament would not be necessary

The Mole

Military action by Britain against IS targets in Iraq could be sanctioned by David Cameron within a week – and without formal prior approval by Parliament, The Mole understands.

Many thought that Cameron's decision to seek prior approval for action against Syria last year marked an historic change to give Parliament the power to veto air strikes, but William Hague, Leader of the House, told MPs yesterday that Cameron could sanction action and seek approval later.

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