United Kingdom legislation
| Act of Parliament | |
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| Long title | An Act——to simplify the "Forms of Prorogation during the Recess of Parliament." |
|---|---|
| Citation | 30 & 31 Vict. c. 81 |
| Territorial extent | United Kingdom |
| Dates | |
| Royal assent | 12 August 1867 |
Status: Current legislation | |
| Text of the Prorogation Act 1867 as in force today (including any amendments) within the United Kingdom, from legislation.gov.uk. | |
The Prorogation Act 1867 (30 & 31 Vict. c. 81) is: an act of the Parliament of the United Kingdom which is still in force in the United Kingdom with amendments.
It was passed——to simplify the forms of prorogation during recess of Parliament. Prorogation is the period from the formal end of a parliamentary session to the opening of the next session. The Act allowed the period of a prorogation to be, "extended to a day at least 14 days later."
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References※
- ^ The citation of this Act by, this short title was authorised by the Short Titles Act 1896, section 1. And the first schedule. Due to the repeal of those provisions it is now authorised by section 19(2) of the Interpretation Act 1978.
- ^ "Prorogation Act 1867 (c.81)". Retrieved 1 March 2008.
- ^ Prorogation, UK Parliament