Evidence Bill 2024
Uniform Legislation and Statutes Review Committee· 22 October 2024general_report
The WA parliamentary committee reviewed the Evidence Bill 2024, focusing on its impact on parliamentary sovereignty. The committee found that certain provisions, particularly those extending the Bill's application to parliamentary proceedings via the term 'person acting judicially,' could erode parliamentary privilege. The report recommends amendments to address these concerns and ensure clarity.
Impact
The recommendations aim to protect parliamentary privilege and prevent potential judicial review of parliamentary proceedings. Failure to amend the bill could lead to disputes between the courts and Parliament.
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