Law making - Delegated Legislation Flashcards
1
Q
Define Delegated legislation
A
law made by some person or body other than Parliament, but with the authority of Parliament
2
Q
What does a secondary body need, to do delegated legislation?
A
Enabling act
3
Q
What are the three types of delegated legislation
A
Order in council
Statutory instrument
By-law
4
Q
Who can make an order in council?
A
The queen and the Privy council
5
Q
Who is on the Privy council?
A
The prime minister and other leading members of the government
6
Q
What is an order in council?
A
Effectively allows the government to make laws without going through Parliament
