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Motion to refer to a Delegated Legislation Committee (DLC) Procedures

House of Commons

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In the case of prayers tabled in the Commons against instruments subject to the negative procedure or motions tabled against treaties, a motion may be made by a Minister to refer the motion to a delegated legislation committee.

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  1. Treaties subject to the Constitutional Reform and Governance Act 2010

    A treaty may be ratified if the Commons does not resolve against ratification within 21 sitting days. A Minister may extend this period. If the Commons resolves against ratification, a Minister may make a statement in disagreement, following which the Commons may consider for a further 21 sitting days. Even if the Lords resolves against ratification, a Minister may make a statement that the treaty be ratified. A Minister may determine a treaty be ratified without it being laid before Parliament.

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