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Objection period A ends

A step of type Business step.

The time available for both Houses to object to the treaty, if they wish. Usually 21 days from when the treaty is laid but the Government can issue a statement extending the period. During the objection period treaties can be withdrawn, while procedure concludes at that point it does not affect the objection period end date.

Librarian notes

Scope note: Usually 21 days after treaty laid (please see scrutiny tabled) but can be extended by Govt or by agreed motion in the Lords.

Link note: No link

Date note: See the scrutiny table for date

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