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European Union Act 2011
Summary
This Act requires the UK Parliament to hold referendums (public votes) before the government can agree to major new powers for the European Union or significant changes to UK-EU relations. It's designed to make sure big EU decisions are approved by British voters, not just politicians.
A vote to support means
- —Supporting this Act means believing the UK Parliament should have more control over decisions about the European Union. Supporters argue it gives British MPs and voters more say in how the UK relates to Europe, rather than letting EU institutions decide things without proper UK approval.
A vote to oppose means
- —Critics worry the Act makes it harder for the UK to work with other European countries and could slow down important decisions. They argue it creates more red tape and might make Britain less influential in Europe by requiring extra votes before accepting new EU rules.
Cast Your Vote
People's Vote0 votes
0% Support · 00% Oppose · 0
Bill Passage
Commons
- 1st reading11 Nov 2010
- 2nd reading7 Dec 2010
- Committee stage11 Jan 2011
- Committee stage24 Jan 2011
- Report stage8 Mar 2011
- 3rd reading8 Mar 2011
Lords
- 1st reading9 Mar 2011
- 2nd reading22 Mar 2011
- Committee stage5 Apr 2011
- Report stage8 Jun 2011
- 3rd reading23 Jun 2011
Royal Assent19 Jul 2011
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