Recommendation 141

We recommend that the changes we propose to the operation of the Sewel convention should be reflected in an updated version of 190 The Committee scrutinises most public bills introduced to the House of Lords. This scrutiny includes consideration of any devolution issues. 191 The process assumes that most of the bills in question will have already completed their passage in the House of Commons. It is also assumed that this process will not be possible in all circumstances, including for bills which start in the House of Lords and in exceptional circumstances, such as emergency legislation. RESPECT AND CO-OPERATION: BUILDING A STRONGER UNION 45 the Cabinet Manual and the Guide to Making Legislation. In the meantime, as the Devolution Guidance Notes do not reflect the current devolution arrangements, they should be updated as a priority. Northern Ireland