Select committee: Secondary Legislation Scrutiny Committee
Recommendation 23
1st Report - Work of the Committee in Session 2024–26
Published 22 May 2026
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Recommendation (the committee's words)
We reiterate that EMs should state clearly and transparently the reasons why the Government is changing the law. This includes referencing any changes arising from international agreements and any judicial activity or legal advice .
From: Secondary Legislation Scrutiny Committee, 1st Report - Work of the Committee in Session 2024–26, 22 May 2026
Government response
No government response linked yet: deadline 22 July 2026, 102 days ago.