Chapter 3 End-of-chapter questions

Joshua is a back-bench MP representing one of the opposite parties. He wants to introduce a Private Members' Bill. What is his best option for getting the Bill through Parliament?

As a Government Bill.

As a 10-minute rule Bill.

As a Peers' Bill.

As a Ballot Bill.

Six months ago, the Government introduced a Bill into the House of Commons. It quickly passed through that House, thanks to the Government's large majority. However, it was defeated in the House of Lords yesterday. The Prime Minister is determined to get the Bill though Parliament, using the Parliament Act procedure if necessary. The current session of Parliament ends next week. What is the earliest date when the Bill can become an Act?

In at least six months' time.

As soon as the current session of Parliament ends.

As soon as the Bill is rejected by the Lords again, so potentially in a few weeks' time.

In at least 12 months' time.

A bye-election is due to be held in the constituency of Northcastle next month. Which of the following are eligible to stand for election to become a member of the House of Commons?

Rosie, a 17-year-old A-level student whose 18^th birthday is next week.

Gary, a 55-year-old businessman. He was declared bankrupt six months ago.

Anila, a 42-year-old lawyer. Anila was appointed as a deputy district judge last week.

Charlotte, 37-year-old teacher from Texas. Charlotte has lived in the UK for many years since she came to London to study, but she has retained her US nationality.

Joshua is a back-bench MP representing one of the opposite parties. He wants to propose an amendment to a new Government Bill. When would be the best opportunity to do so?

During the first reading

During the second reading.

During the third reading.

The Committee stage

Philippa is a government minister. Last month, Parliament passed a new statute, but in the Act is a section stating that 'this Act comes into force on such day as the Secretary of State may appoint'. Philippa wants to bring the Act into force. What form of statutory instrument should she use?

Commencement Order.

Remedial Order.

Regulatory Reform Order.

A bye law.

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