Glossary
This section explains key parliamentary and government terms.
Made Affirmative Procedure
A procedure allowing delegated legislation to be made and take effect before later parliamentary approval is required.
Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency
Abbreviation: MHRA
The UK regulator responsible for medicines, medical devices and blood components for transfusion.
Member of Parliament
Abbreviation: MP
An elected representative who sits in the House of Commons.
Money Resolution
A Commons motion authorising public spending connected to a bill.