Leader of the House of Commons: The Scrutiny of European Union Business
Title | Leader of the House of Commons: The Scrutiny of European Union Business PDF eBook |
Author | |
Publisher | |
Pages | |
Release | 1998 |
Genre | |
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HC 342-ix - House of Commons European Scrutiny Committee: Ninth Report of Session 2015-26
Title | HC 342-ix - House of Commons European Scrutiny Committee: Ninth Report of Session 2015-26 PDF eBook |
Author | Great Britain. Parliament. House of Commons. European Scrutiny Committee |
Publisher | The Stationery Office |
Pages | 139 |
Release | 2015 |
Genre | Political Science |
ISBN | 021508795X |
Scrutiny of European Business
Title | Scrutiny of European Business PDF eBook |
Author | Great Britain. Parliament. House of Commons. Select Committee on Modernisation of the House of Commons |
Publisher | The Stationery Office |
Pages | 156 |
Release | 2005-03-22 |
Genre | European Economic Community countries |
ISBN | 9780215023063 |
Incorporating HC 565-i to v, session 2003-04
House of Commons - European Scrutiny Committee: Reforming the European Scrutiny Process in the House of Commons: Volume II - HC 109-II
Title | House of Commons - European Scrutiny Committee: Reforming the European Scrutiny Process in the House of Commons: Volume II - HC 109-II PDF eBook |
Author | Great Britain: Parliament: House of Commons: European Scrutiny Committee |
Publisher | The Stationery Office |
Pages | 160 |
Release | 2013-11-28 |
Genre | Political Science |
ISBN | 9780215064660 |
The depth and pace of EU integration has demonstrated the need for effective democratic parliamentary scrutiny and accountability of Government at Westminster. This is the first major inquiry into the European scrutiny system in the House of Commons for eight years. There is more that the Committee could do to look at the impact of new proposals. There should be a new requirement to appoint 'Reporters' to take the lead within Committees on EU issues, as well as a more coordinated approach to the Commission Work Programme. Whilst the system need not be scrapped as some have said, it must be enhanced. Many problems arise from the fact that new Members are appointed for each document. The Committee argues forcefully for a return to the permanent membership system, new powers and a change of name to reflect the Committees' core purpose: EU Document Debate Committees. The Committee also examined how EU business is taken on the floor of the House, and the procedures which apply to it. They set out a series of recommendations about the way debates are scheduled and conducted and put the case for a new session of 'EU Questions'. They also review working practices and the visibility of the House's scrutiny of the EU in the media. It concluded that now is the time to propose the introduction of a form of national veto over EU legislative proposals, and then to explore the mechanics of disapplication of parts of existing EU obligations, notwithstanding the European Communities Act 1972
How Parliament Works
Title | How Parliament Works PDF eBook |
Author | Robert Rogers |
Publisher | Routledge |
Pages | 439 |
Release | 2015-03-24 |
Genre | Political Science |
ISBN | 1317550293 |
Written by expert insiders, How Parliament Works is a straightforward and readable analysis of one of the country's most complex – and often misunderstood – institutions. Covering every aspect of the work, membership and structures of both Houses, this key text provides a unique insight into the work and daily life of Parliament. It explains not only what happens but also why, and analyses the institution’s strengths and weaknesses, as well as opportunities for Parliament to be more effective. The seventh edition has been substantially revised to take account of recent changes in both Houses and to cover all the key issues affecting Parliament and politics, such as: • the Fixed Term Parliaments Act; • the implications of coalition politics; • recent developments in Lords reform; • the Independent Parliamentary Standards Authority's role in pay and expenses; • advances in scrutiny techniques; • changes in parliamentary cycles of business and finance; • member conduct and interests; • reform and modernisation. It also covers the latest developments in the legislative process, party discipline and rebellion, the procedure of both Houses, select committee work, and the relationship between Parliament and the European Union. All statistics and examples have been fully updated. How Parliament Works is essential reading for anyone who has anything to do with the Westminster Parliament: journalists, civil servants, lawyers, lobbyists, business and trade associations, diplomats, overseas parliaments and international bodies – and, indeed, members of both Houses.
National Parliaments on Their Ways to Europe
Title | National Parliaments on Their Ways to Europe PDF eBook |
Author | Andreas Maurer |
Publisher | |
Pages | 536 |
Release | 2001 |
Genre | Democracy |
ISBN |
Gennemgang af de nationale parlamenters tilpasning til udviklingen i EU's institutioner og procedurer
House of Commons - European Scrutiny Committee: Reforming the European Scrutiny Process in the House of Commons: Volume I - HC 109-I
Title | House of Commons - European Scrutiny Committee: Reforming the European Scrutiny Process in the House of Commons: Volume I - HC 109-I PDF eBook |
Author | Great Britain: Parliament: House of Commons: European Scrutiny Committee |
Publisher | The Stationery Office |
Pages | 138 |
Release | 2013-11-28 |
Genre | Political Science |
ISBN | 9780215064653 |
The depth and pace of EU integration has demonstrated the need for effective democratic parliamentary scrutiny and accountability of Government at Westminster. This is the first major inquiry into the European scrutiny system in the House of Commons for eight years. There is more that the Committee could do to look at the impact of new proposals. There should be a new requirement to appoint ’Reporters' to take the lead within Committees on EU issues, as well as a more coordinated approach to the Commission Work Programme. Whilst the system need not be scrapped as some have said, it must be enhanced. Many problems arise from the fact that new Members are appointed for each document. The Committee argues forcefully for a return to the permanent membership system, new powers and a change of name to reflect the Committees' core purpose: EU Document Debate Committees. The Committee also examined how EU business is taken on the floor of the House, and the procedures which apply to it. They set out a series of recommendations about the way debates are scheduled and conducted and put the case for a new session of ’EU Questions'. They also review working practices and the visibility of the House's scrutiny of the EU in the media. It concluded that now is the time to propose the introduction of a form of national veto over EU legislative proposals, and then to explore the mechanics of disapplication of parts of existing EU obligations, notwithstanding the European Communities Act 1972