Brexit: Powers of EU-UK Joint Committee Debate
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Lord Anderson of Swansea
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Lord Keen of Elie
My Lords, our Ministers are always answerable to Parliament.
Lord Anderson of Swansea (Lab)
My Lords, the Minister has said that the committee is answerable to Parliament. Does that mean that Parliament, or both Houses, can overrule its decisions? What would happen if Parliament were to do that?
Lord Keen of Elie
My Lords, Parliament could not overrule a decision of the joint committee. However, those attending the joint committee on behalf of the United Kingdom will take with them the mandate from this Parliament.