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Types of bill  The House considers several types of bill — Government bills, members’ bills, local bills, and private bills.  Types of bill  The House considers several types of bill.  Government bills  Members’ bills  Local bills  Private bills  Government bills  The Government has a lawmaking programme so that it can act on its policies. As part of this programme, Government bills are prepared for Ministers to introduce to the House.  The Government decides the order in which the House will consider Government bills.  Members’ bills  Members who are not Government Ministers can

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How a bill becomes law  There are several stages that a bill passes before becoming an Act of Parliament. These stages ensure that a bill is subject to public debate and scrutiny. Some of these stages also provide an opportunity for a bill to be changed.  How a bill becomes law  There are several stages that a bill passes before becoming an Act of Parliament. These stages ensure that a bill is subject to public debate and scrutiny. Some of these stages also