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Written question asked by Baroness Clark of Kilwinning (Labour) on Thursday, 11 December 2014, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 15 December 2014. It was answered by David Mundell (Conservative) on Thursday, 18 December 2014 on behalf of the Scotland Office.


Smith Commission

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Scotland, what consultation he plans on the draft legislation arising from the recommendations of the Smith Commission.

Answer

The Smith Commission process was thorough and extensive, consisting of cross-party talks with all five main political parties in Scotland and wide ranging engagement with Scottish civic institutions and members of the public.

The UK Government’s role now is to turn the agreement reached between the parties into draft clauses by 25 January 2015.

To support the draft legislation the Secretary of State for Scotland has invited Scottish stakeholders representing a wide range of different sectors to form a Stakeholder Group. This group will help inform the Government’s public and stakeholder engagement following the publication of the draft clauses.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
218261
Session
2014-15
Subjects
Legislative drafting Smith Commission
Link
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