AC1.1: describe processes used for law making Flashcards

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What happens in the First Reading?

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The name of the Bill and its aims will be read out and a formal vote will be taken.

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What happens in the Second Reading?

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The main debate will take place followed by another vote.

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What happens in the Committee stage?

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A chosen group of representatives will look closely at the Bill and will address any issues and suggest the appropriate amendments.

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What happens in the Report Stage?

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The final vote on the Bill.

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What happens in Royal Assent?

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The Monarch will sign the Bill, however they are unable to refuse it as it is now a symbolic stage as the Head of State.

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What happens after the stages?

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It will then become an Act of Parliament, with the commencement date given.

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