Henry VIII clauses

A form of Henry VIII clause — A provision in a bill before Parliament, that if enacted as an Act, would enable the Government to amend (including repeal) the Act or other primary legislation by secondary legislation.

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Meanings

noun
  1. pluralplural of Henry VIII clause
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