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Consolidated Fund Act 2008
Summary
The Consolidated Fund Act 2008 is a technical law that allows the government to withdraw and spend money from the Consolidated Fund to pay for public services and government operations. It's essentially the government's permission slip to access and use the nation's main pool of money for running the country.
A vote to support means
- —Supporting this Act means allowing the government to spend money from the Consolidated Fund (the UK's main bank account) for essential public services like the NHS, schools, and defence. It ensures the government can pay its bills and keep vital services running without delays.
A vote to oppose means
- —People might worry that the Act gives the government too much freedom to spend money without enough scrutiny from Parliament. Others may be concerned about how taxpayers' money is being used or feel certain spending priorities don't match their values.
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Bill Passage
Commons
- 1st reading16 Dec 2008
- 2nd reading17 Dec 2008
- 3rd reading17 Dec 2008
Lords
- 1st reading17 Dec 2008
- 2nd reading18 Dec 2008
- 3rd reading18 Dec 2008
Royal Assent18 Dec 2008
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