Disadvantages of legislative process Flashcards
What are the 4 disadvantages?
.lack of time
.long process
.govt control
.complexity
What is lack of time?
Parliament may not have had the time to consider new laws in detail as well as the detail. Eg: non-fatal offences review in 1993 but no changes made
Why is lack of time bad?
Because it means areas of the law may have gaps or are unclear
What is long process?
The process could take several months to complete and has been altered so much that it may not achieve original aims or lack clarity
Why is long process bad?
.The bill may not be as relevant as it originally was
What is government control?
The govt control laws approved and passed. It allows too little time for PM bills so very few moral issues are debated as they veto all bills due to HOC majority
Why is government control bad?
.not many moral issues are debated in parliament
.Some members resigned or released so no majority anymore
What is complexity?
Acts are too long and complex. They can be too difficult to interpret so need to be reworded. Appeals are made due to interpretation of wording.
Why is complexity bad?
.Takes away from government time
.courts have become too busy correcting these
