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Constitutional Reform Bill

To provide for the drawing up of a written constitution for the United Kingdom; for its consideration by the people and Parliament of the United Kingdom; and for connected purposes.

Originating House

House of Commons

Parliament last updated

24 October 2007

In Plain English

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This bill would set up a process to create a written constitution for the United Kingdom. It lays out how the constitution would be drafted and then considered by the public and Parliament, along with related provisions.

Key Points

Establishes a formal process for drafting a written UK constitution.
Specifies how the constitution would be considered by both the public and Parliament.
Includes provisions for related or connected purposes to support constitutional reform.

Who is affected?

The people of the United Kingdom (the general public)Members of Parliament and other lawmakers (MPs and Lords)Government departments and public bodies involved in drafting, debating, and implementing a written constitution

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23 May 2007

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