Law Commission Bill: third reading
2 June 2009 (updated on 22 April 2010)
A Private Members' Bill on the role of the Law Commission concluded its passage through the House of Lords on 1 June
The Law Commission Bill, sponsored by Lord Lloyd of Berwick, was given a third reading. The Bill now passes to the House of Commons.
- Lords Hansard: Law Commission Bill
- Bills before Parliament: Law Commission Bill
- About Parliament: third reading
- Briefing: Bills and how they become law (PDF)
Third reading is a final chance to amend a Bill. Every suggested change can be discussed and votes can happen. Any Member of the Lords can take part.