The following table sets out the dates of the Hansard reports for each stage of the Act’s passage through the Assembly.
| Stage | Date |
|---|---|
| Introduction to the Assembly | 2 June 2008 |
| Accelerated Passage Motion | 10 June 2008 |
| Second Stage debate | 10 June 2008 |
| Consideration Stage | 17 June 2008 |
| Further Consideration Stage | 23 June 2008 |
| Final Stage | 24 June 2008 |
| Royal Assent | Royal Assent received 2 July 2008. Likely to be announced 15 September 2008 |
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