Paragraph 12 Modified procedure for laying statutory instrument before Senedd CymruF1

Sub-paragraphs (2) to (4) are a modification of the procedure for laying subordinate legislation before Senedd Cymru in section 37F that is applicable to an Order in Council.

The statutory instrument containing the Order in Council must be laid before Senedd Cymru as soon as practicable after the Order in Council is made; and sub-paragraph (3) applies if the instrument is not laid before the Order in Council comes into force.

If this sub-paragraph applies, the Welsh Ministers must explain to the Presiding Officer why the statutory instrument was not laid before the Order in Council contained in it came into force.

The explanation to the Presiding Officer must be given in writing as soon as practicable after the instrument is laid before the Senedd.