Brexit: Would extending Article 50 make a second EU referendum more likely?

There is much debate about the possible extension of Brexit negotiations but, says Jon Stone, it remains to be seen whether more talking will lead to a different outcome

A second referendum almost certainly cannot happen unless Article 50 is extended or revoked (AFP)

UK government officials in Brussels have reportedly been exploring how an extension of Article 50 might work.

Such an extension would be key to a second referendum: here’s why.

What does extending Article 50 mean?