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Parliamentary Sovereignty (Referendums)
24 October 2023
Lead MP
Andrew Bridgen
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Andrew Bridgen raised concerns about parliamentary sovereignty (referendums) in the House of Commons. Other MPs contributed to the debate.
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Proposes a Bill to prohibit Ministers from making or implementing legal instruments inconsistent with the sovereignty of UK Parliament unless approved by referendum. Argues against WHO's amendments and treaty without public consultation, highlighting risks to parliamentary democracy and human rights.
Andrew Bridgen
Con
North West Leicestershire
Proposes a Bill to prevent future Governments from overturning the democratic will of the British people by taking them back into the EU without public consultation. Also addresses concerns over WHO's amendments to IHR and proposed treaty without parliamentary or public scrutiny, emphasising potential risks to democracy and human rights.
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