Monthly Archives: October 2021

When law is not law….

Posted on October 24, 2021 by Lord Norton

Parliament enacts laws.  When royal assent is given a Bill becomes an Act of Parliament.  However, not all the provisions in an Act are commenced, that is, given effect.  Each Act normally has a section dealing with commencement.  It may … Continue reading →

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Different modes of lobbying

Posted on October 24, 2021 by Lord Norton

Private members’ bills (PMBs) are a valuable means of raising an issue and getting some feel for parliamentary – and government – opinion on the topic.  There is no expectation usually that the Bill will make it to the statute book.  … Continue reading →

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