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A Bill is a proposed Act of the Scottish Parliament. A Bill that is introduced in the Scottish Parliament is scrutinised and debated by MSPs.
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MSPs take part in examining and passing proposed laws (Bills). They represent you in the Scottish Parliament and your local area. And they examine the work of the Scottish Government.
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Information about committees and records of all debates, questions and answers.
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You can get involved with the Scottish Parliament by joining a Cross-party group, submitting a petition, lobbying or exploring our education resources.
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Visit the Scottish Parliament
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The Scottish Parliament examines what the Scottish Government is doing, makes new laws on devolved matters and debates the issues of the day.
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Have you ever wondered how Parliament works? This section will help you understand who we are, what we do and how laws are made
The Scottish Parliament at Holyrood can pass laws on matters devolved to Scotland
Parliamentary business takes place throughout the year, with periods of recess (breaks). During recess, there are normally no meetings of the Parliament and no committee meetings
The SPCB employ around 600 staff who support the work of the Parliament and its Members. Staff are committed to running a building that is accessible, environmentally friendly and welcoming to all
Find out how to supply goods and services to the Parliament
Find out how laws are made at the Scottish Parliament
Find out more about the Members of the Scottish Parliament
Find out all about committees
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