A statement of Government intent inviting discussion, comment and criticism from parties.
Green Paper
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Contains Government proposals.
White Paper
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Written by specialist barristers. Uses specialist language to be used by the courts.
Drafting
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The formal presentation of a Bill to Parliament (usually the House of Commons)
First Reading
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Usually 2 weeks after the first reading. There is a debate and a vote (Division)
Second Reading
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A small committee of between 16-50 MP's meet to discuss the Bill in detail. Changes / amendments may be made.
Committee Stage
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Final debate in the Commons followed by a final vote.
Report Stage / Third Reading
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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.
House of Lords
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The Queen or someone on her behalf must sign the Bill - it then becomes an Act of Parliament.
Royal Assent
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All Acts are published through Her Majesty's Stationary Office.
Publication
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Other cards in this set
Card 2
Front
Contains Government proposals.
Back
White Paper
Card 3
Front
Written by specialist barristers. Uses specialist language to be used by the courts.
Back
Card 4
Front
The formal presentation of a Bill to Parliament (usually the House of Commons)
Back
Card 5
Front
Usually 2 weeks after the first reading. There is a debate and a vote (Division)
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