Public act became law on Thursday, 24 March 2022.

Dissolution and Calling of Parliament Act 2022

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Type: Public act
Reference: 2022 c. 11; CHAP 11 2022
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Subjects: General elections Fixed-term parliaments Dissolution Prime Minister Royal prerogative
Legislation: Dissolution and Calling of Parliament Bill 2021-22; Dissolution and Calling of Parliament Act 2022
Link: View this Public act on www.legislation.gov.uk