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Statutes (Repeals) Bill 2016

Uniform Legislation and Statutes Review Committee· 10 November 2016general_report

The WA Parliamentary Committee reviewed the Statutes (Repeals) Bill 2016, which proposes to repeal five obsolete Acts and make consequential amendments. The Committee supports the Bill but raises concerns about the slow progress in repealing obsolete legislation and the lack of prioritization given to statute book review. They suggest a more focused approach, potentially coordinated by the Department of the Attorney General.

Impact

The Bill impacts the legal framework by removing obsolete legislation. The slow pace of repeals affects the efficiency and relevance of the statute book, potentially impacting businesses and individuals who need to navigate the legal system.

public_sectorjusticestatutes repealobsolete legislationregulatory reformred tape reductionstatute booklegislative reviewWestern Australiaparliamentary committeelaw reformImperial Acts

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