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Supply and Appropriation (Anticipation and Adjustments) Act
Summary
This Act allows the UK government to temporarily use money from the Treasury in advance of Parliament's formal approval, and to make adjustments to how money is spent between different government departments. It's designed to prevent gaps in government funding, but requires Parliament to approve the spending afterwards.
A vote to support means
- —Supporting this Act means allowing the government to access money before Parliament officially approves the budget, and to adjust spending plans when needed. This helps keep public services running smoothly without delays, especially in emergencies or when unexpected costs arise.
A vote to oppose means
- —Critics worry that letting the government spend money before Parliament votes on it reduces democratic oversight and accountability. Some fear it could be misused to spend money on things Parliament might not have approved if given the chance to debate it properly.
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Bill Passage
Commons
- 1st reading4 Mar 2014
- 2nd reading5 Mar 2014
- 3rd reading5 Mar 2014
Lords
- 1st reading5 Mar 2014
- 2nd reading10 Mar 2014
Royal Assent13 Mar 2014
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