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Supply and Appropriation (Anticipation and Adjustments) Act 2022
Summary
This Act allows the UK government to draw money from the Treasury in advance of Parliament's formal approval, and to adjust how that money is spent between different departments as needed. It's a temporary measure to keep government running while waiting for the full budget to be approved.
A vote to support means
- —Supporting this Act means the government can access money it needs before Parliament formally approves the budget, and can make adjustments to spending plans quickly if circumstances change. This helps ensure essential public services like the NHS and schools continue running smoothly without delays.
A vote to oppose means
- —Critics worry that letting the government spend money before Parliament votes on it reduces democratic oversight and accountability. They're concerned it could be used to bypass proper scrutiny of how taxpayers' money is spent.
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Bill Passage
Commons
- 1st reading9 Mar 2022
- 2nd reading10 Mar 2022
- 3rd reading10 Mar 2022
Lords
- 1st reading10 Mar 2022
- 2nd reading14 Mar 2022
- 3rd reading14 Mar 2022
Royal Assent14 Mar 2022
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