European Union (Audit of Benefits and Costs of UK Membership) Bill

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Currently at: 2nd reading in the Commons.

Originated in CommonsUpdated 23 July 2008

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Long title

A Bill to establish a Commission to carry out regular audits of the economic costs and benfits of the UK's membership of the European Union; and for connected purposes

Summary

The Bill would establish a Commission to carry out regular audits of the costs and benefits of the UK’s membership of the European Union. Key areas The Commission would be established within six months of the Bill being passed, and then every five years afterwards. The Commission would examine issues relating to : <ul><li>the economy (including financial contributions to the EU Budget) </li><li>national security and defence </li><li>constitutional arrangements . </li></ul>The Commission would report to the Chancellor of the Exchequer, who would present the report to both Houses, along with the views of the National Audit Office on it.

Progress through Parliament

1st reading· Commons
10 December 2007 – 10 December 2007
2nd reading· Commons
20 June 2008 – 20 June 2008

Source: UK Parliament Bills API. Bill ID: 248.