Delegated Legislation

Question 1

What is Delegated Legislation

Answer 1

• Also referred to as ‘secondary’ or ‘subordinate’ legislation
• Parliament has the power to delegate control to other governing bodies to free up time and give control to the expertise in that area
• The delegated body in charge would then look at enacting a rule
• Authority given by Parliament
• The authority is usually laid down in a ‘Parent Act,’ known as the enabling Act

Question 2

What is Order in Council

Answer 2

• Government legislation which does not have to go through the full parliamentary procedure
• Used to implement matters of major importance
• A group of ministers sitting as the Privy Council usually to meet any national emergencies that might arise in the future- threats to the supply and distribution of food, water, fuel, or other essentials of life

Question 3

What are By-Laws

Answer 3

These are rules created by certain authorities under Parliament, like local councils or transport boards, to manage their area or property

Question 4

Statutory Instruments

Answer 4

• Most common form of delegated legislation
• Power is given or delegated to the minister by the Government