Northern Ireland (Executive Formation etc) Act 2019


Extend the period for forming an Executive under section 1(1) of the Northern Ireland (Executive Formation and Exercise of Functions) Act 2018 and to impose a duty on the Secretary of State to report on progress towards the formation of an Executive in Northern Ireland.

Government Bill

(Northern Ireland Office)
What is this Bill?

The Northern Ireland (Executive Formation etc) was a Government Bill that became an Act of Parliament.

Is this Bill currently before Parliament?

No. This Bill was introduced on 4 July 2019 and became an Act of Parliament on 24 July 2019.

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This bill has received Royal Assent and has become an Act of Parliament

Bill Progession through Parliament

Commons Completed
Lords Completed
Royal Assent

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09/07/2019