Delegated legislation
Statutory Instruments Delegated Legislation Statutory Instruments By-Laws Orders in Council Drafted by Government Departments Power given to local authorities and other bodies to make law in respect of a certain area or activity Power delegated to Privy Council to make changes of constitutional or other great importance Minister has the power to create the legislation Local authorities, other bodies such as railway companies and water companies Often used for Emergency Powers Enabling Act will often lay down a procedure Consultation with interested/affected parties Negative Resolution Procedure Affirmative By-laws have to be approved by relevant minister