European Union Act 2011 (Amendment) Bill

A Bill to apply the terms of the European Union Act 2011 such as to require approval by Act of Parliament and by referendum of provisions for creating a fiscal union or economic governance within the Eurozone.

Originating House

House of Commons

Last Updated

26 April 2013

In Plain English

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This bill would change the EU Act 2011 so that any proposals to create a fiscal union or other Eurozone-level economic governance would only take effect in the UK after Parliament passes an Act and the public votes in a referendum. In short, it adds a democratic check on plans for closer economic ties with the Eurozone.

Key Points

Amends the European Union Act 2011 to require both an Act of Parliament and a referendum for provisions creating a fiscal union or Eurozone economic governance.
Targets future Eurozone-related economic governance measures that could affect the UK.
Ensures democratic approval through Parliament and a public referendum before such measures can take effect.
Originating in the Commons and currently at the second reading stage in the House of Commons.

Progress

The bill is currently at the second reading in the House of Commons and originated in the Commons.

Who is affected?

UK voters and taxpayersMembers of Parliament and peers (the Parliament)UK government and policymakersBusinesses and organisations with interests in EU economic governance or Eurozone mattersCivil society groups and campaign organisations focused on EU issues

Generated 21 February 2026

Updates & Documents

News (1)

News - European Union Act 2011 (Amendment)

1 Jan 1970

The Bill failed to complete its passage through Parliament before the end of the session. This means the Bill will make no further progress.

Documents (1)

Bill 53 2012-13 (as introduced)

BillCommons

5 Jul 2012

Parliamentary Votes (0)

No recorded votes for this bill yet.

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