BTEC Law

Dispute solving in civil law

Delegated legislation

Law made outside Parliament, but with Parliament’s approval.

Parent/enabling act

An Act that gives power to a government minister to make a piece of delegated legislation.

Orders in council.

A type of delegated legislation made by the Queen and Privy Council (prime minister and leading members), typically used in emergencies or to implement EU directives.

Ultra Vires

Latin for “beyond the powers”

By-laws

A form of delegated legislation, made by authorities.

Affirmative resolution procedure

A statutory instrument will not become law unless approved by Parliament.

Negative resolution procedure

A statutory instrument will become law unless Parliament rejects it within 40 days.

Procedural ultra vires

A form of delegated legislation may be declared invalid if the correct procedure was not followed in making it.

Substantive ultra vires

A principle where delegated legislation is deemed invalid if it goes beyond the powers granted by the enabling Act.

Judicial/judiciary

Judges who apply the laws in cases in court.

Statutory

law created by an act of Parliament that is written and enacted by the legislative body.

Criminal law

A branch of law concerned with the punishment of individuals for crimes against society.

Civil law

Regulates disputes between private individuals or entities.

ECJ

Oversees the correct application and implementation of EU law.

House of Lords.

The second chamber of the UK Parliament, comprising unelected members (peers, bishops, and law lords) who scrutinize legislation, debate policy, and hold the government accountable.

Statutory instrument