AC1.1- Describe processes used for law making

Question 1

First Reading

Answer 1

Name of the bill, and the main aims of the bill are read and a formal vote takes place.

Question 2

Second Reading

Answer 2

Main debate happens, which is followed by another vote.

Question 3

Committee Stage

Answer 3

An appropriate group of representatives look at the bill closely, and they will address any issues which arise and suggest the appropriate amendments.

Question 4

Report Stage

Answer 4

The committee report back to the full house and then they vote on the proposed amendments.

Question 5

Third Reading

Answer 5

The final vote on the bill (all of the stages above are repeated in the other house).

Question 6

Royal Assent

Answer 6

The monarch signs the bill. He can’t refuse to sign the bill as it is now only a symbolic stage as the Head of State.