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Which of the following are reasons for the growth of delegated legislation? (1) Pressure on parliamentary time (2) Technicality of subject matter and flexibility (3) Expediency and emergency

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Which of the following are reasons for the growth of delegated legislation?
(1) Pressure on parliamentary time
(2) Technicality of subject matter and flexibility
(3) Expediency and emergency
  1. Only (1) and (2)
  2. Only (2) and (3)
  3. Only (1) and (3)
  4. (1), (2) and (3)

Answer and explanation

Correct answer: D - (1), (2) and (3)
Delegated legislation has grown because of pressure on Parliament's time (1), the technical nature of the subject matter and the need for flexibility (2), and expediency and the need to act quickly in emergencies (3). Therefore, (1), (2) and (3) all apply.

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