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ACCA · Question 27 · Essential elements of the legal system
Which of the following best describes 'delegated legislation'?
Which of the following best describes 'delegated legislation'?
Answer options:
A.
Law created by judges through judicial precedent.
B.
Law made by a person or body to whom Parliament has granted law-making power.
C.
Law passed directly by the House of Commons and House of Lords.
D.
Directives issued by the European Union.
How to approach this question
Identify the word 'delegated', which means passing responsibility to someone else. Parliament delegates its power.
Full Answer
B.Law made by a person or body to whom Parliament has granted law-making power.✓ Correct
Delegated legislation (also known as secondary legislation) is law made by an individual or body (such as a Government Minister or local authority) under powers given to them by an Act of Parliament (primary legislation).
Common mistakes
Confusing delegated legislation with common law (judge-made law).
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