PARLIAMENT

Question 1

Role of parliament

Answer 1

to make laws to protect individuals in society and to keep society running effectively. ​

Question 1

Who can initiate legislation

Answer 1

Political parties​

Members of parliament​

Ministerial advisors​

Public service people​

Individuals​

Pressure groups​

Media​

Public opinion​

Question 2

what is a bill

Answer 2

A proposal for a law, or legislation, that is introduced into Parliament is called a bill.

Question 3

how can a bill become a law

Answer 3

For a bill to become law it must be passed by both houses

Question 4

What is the process of changing the law through parliament

Answer 4

First reading - the title of the bill is read

Second reading- The purpose of the bill is explained and a vote is taken

Committee stages- The bill is debated in detail clause by clause and amendments may be made

Third reading - further debate may tak eplace

Passes to second house of parliament - The same stages are repeated

Royal assent - Sent to governer general for approval and signature

Proclmation- Bill becomes a law