Phrases with «parliamentary sovereignty»

"Parliamentary sovereignty" means that the parliament (law-making body) of a country has ultimate power and authority to make and change laws, without any interference or constraints from other branches of government or external forces. It gives the parliament the final say in all legal matters. Full definition

Sentences with «parliamentary sovereignty»

  • These pillars are the principle of Parliamentary sovereignty and the rule of law. (en.wikipedia.org)
  • Twice he made the ritual bow before «respect for parliamentary sovereignty». (theguardian.com)
  • Surely the fact that these files were still active for at least 10 years while we were MPs raises fundamental questions about parliamentary sovereignty and privilege — principles that are vital to our democracy. (itv.com)
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