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Glossary
A glossary of parliamentary terms
A-Z index of glossary terms
Use the letters below to reveal a list of glossary terms.
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Made affirmative procedure
The made affirmative procedure is usually only used in urgent cases. The timescales can vary but, typically, an SI of this type is made by the Welsh Ministers and comes into force almost immediately. However, the Senedd must approve the SI (usually within 28 days) for it to remain law.
Last Updated 09/12/2020
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Manifesto
This is a list of promises made by a political party, usually before an election. The manifesto suggests the things that a party will do if they are elected.
Last Updated 15/07/2020
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Measures
During the Third Assembly (May 2007 – March 2011) the laws made by the Senedd were called Measures.
Last Updated 15/07/2020
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Member Debates
Time is made available by the Business Committee for motions to be proposed by any Member who is not a member of the Government. Member Debates have to be supported by at least two other Members, one of which must represent a different political party. Business Committee will select a motion for debate from among those tabled.
Last Updated 03/12/2020