@ChrisMGra@JolyonMaugham@jeuasommenulle The act was also passed following a briefing paper to MPs stating the referendum was advisory. Blame Cameron for that if you want, I do.
The ref was of political importance, not legal importance.
It's a short section, have a read - #page=32' target=_blank rel='nofollow noopener'>https://www.judiciary.uk/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/r-miller-v-secretary-of-state-for-exiting-eu-amended-20161122.pdf#page=32