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Gender Recognition Reform (Scotland) Bill: Section 35 Power

17 January 2023 · 1 other contributor

Opened by Stephen Flynn SNP Aberdeen South

ScotlandWomen & Equalities

Summarised by AI from the official record, so it can contain mistakes.

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At a glance

Stephen Flynn raised concerns about gender recognition reform (scotland) bill: section 35 power in the House of Commons. Other MPs contributed to the debate.

Key points

  • Stephen Flynn proposes a debate on the Government's use of section 35 of the Scotland Act 1998 to overturn the Gender Recognition Reform Bill passed by the Scottish Parliament.
  • The debate highlights concerns about the democratic process and legitimacy of overturning legislation passed by the Scottish Parliament.
  • No specific asks of the government or commitments made are recorded in the debate.

How the debate unfolded

MPs spoke in turn to share their views and ask questions. Here's what each person said.

Opened the debate

Stephen Flynn SNP Aberdeen South

The hon. Member Stephen Flynn proposes that the House should debate the matter of the Government's decision to use section 35 of the Scotland Act 1998 to overturn the Gender Recognition Reform Bill passed by the Scottish Parliament, highlighting the democratic shortfall in this action.

Other contributors (1)
  • Stephen Flynn SNP Aberdeen South

    The hon. Member argues that the decision of the UK Government to use section 35 of the Scotland Act 1998 is unprecedented and unjustifiable, calling for a debate on this issue in the House.

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