Delegated Legislation Flashcards
1
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What is delegated legislation?
A
When parliament passes an enabling act which gives the right to create a type of delegated legislation.
2
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What are the 3 types of delegated legislation?
A
Orders in council, statutory instruments, ByLaws
3
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What are orders in council?
A
Made by King and Privy Council. Allows laws to be made without parliament.
4
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What are statutory instruments?
A
Made by government departments to make regulations for areas they are responsible for. They can amend or update laws.
5
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How many statutory instruments are made each year?
A
Around 3000
6
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What are ByLaws?
A
Made by local authorities. To create laws on local matters such as traffic control etc.
7
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What act is bylaws under?
A
Local Government Act 1972
