Explanatory Notes

Northern Ireland (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2006

2006 CHAPTER 33

25th July 2006

Commentary on Sections

Part 3: Donations for Political Purposes

Section 15: Power to make provision in connection with permissible donors

64.This section gives the Secretary of State the power to make an order modifying legislation connected with permissible donors or donations for political purposes. The power may only be used after consultation with the Electoral Commission, and any order made under the power is subject to the affirmative resolution procedure in both Houses of Parliament.