Statutory Instruments Act 1946 (Amendment) Bill

Key Points

• Allows amendments to a draft statutory instrument under the affirmative resolution procedure to be made by either House before approval
• Applies specifically to drafts that require affirmative approval (not other procedures)
• Amendments occur before final approval, so the instrument still needs parliamentary consent to become law
• Originating in the Commons and sponsored by Sir Christopher Chope; currently at the 2nd reading
• First reading in December 2023; second reading in the Commons has begun

Progress

The bill is at the 2nd reading stage in the House of Commons, with its first reading completed on 11 December 2023. The next steps involve further debate and votes in the Commons, followed by consideration by the Lords.