Legislation Flashcards
(20 cards)
What is legislation?
Legislation is the process of making or enacting laws.
True or False: The UK Parliament is responsible for making laws.
True
Fill in the blank: The House of _____ and the House of _____ are the two houses of Parliament in the UK.
Commons, Lords
What is the role of the House of Commons in the legislative process?
The House of Commons debates and votes on proposed laws.
Multiple choice: What type of bill is introduced to Parliament to create new laws?
A) Public Bill
What is a Private Bill?
A Private Bill is a type of legislation that affects only a specific group of people or a locality.
True or False: The Prime Minister can introduce legislation without any parliamentary approval.
False
What is the difference between primary and secondary legislation?
Primary legislation refers to Acts of Parliament, while secondary legislation includes rules and regulations made under the authority of an Act.
Fill in the blank: The process of reviewing and amending legislation is known as _____ .
Scrutiny
What is a Green Paper?
A Green Paper is a preliminary report of government proposals that invites discussion.
Multiple choice: Which stage in the legislative process involves detailed examination of a bill?
B) Committee Stage
What happens during the Report Stage?
The bill is reviewed and further amendments can be made before it is sent to the other house.
True or False: After passing both houses, a bill becomes law only after receiving Royal Assent.
True
What is the purpose of a White Paper?
A White Paper is a government document that outlines proposals for future legislation.
Fill in the blank: The _____ is the final stage of the legislative process before a bill becomes law.
Royal Assent
What is the significance of the Parliament Acts of 1911 and 1949?
They allow the House of Commons to bypass the House of Lords in certain circumstances.
Multiple choice: Who can propose a Private Member’s Bill?
C) Any Member of Parliament
What is a Statutory Instrument?
A Statutory Instrument is a form of secondary legislation that allows the provisions of an Act to be brought into effect.
True or False: All legislation in the UK must be debated in both houses of Parliament.
False
What is the purpose of legislative committees?
Legislative committees review bills and conduct inquiries to gather evidence and opinions.
