A small committee of between 16-50 MP's meet to discuss the Bill in detail. Changes / amendments may be made.
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Final debate in the Commons followed by a final vote.
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The whole process is repeated in the House of Lords where they can block the Bill for up to a year. The Parliament Acts 1911 & 1949 rule that the Commons has the final say.
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The Queen or someone on her behalf must sign the Bill - it then becomes an Act of Parliament.
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All Acts are published through Her Majesty's Stationary Office.
