Secondary legislation

Secondary legislation, also known as delegated or subordinate legislation, refers to laws made by authorities or agencies under powers granted by primary legislation (acts of Parliament). This process allows specific details, rules, or regulations to be established without needing a new act of Parliament each time. Secondary legislation is typically used to fill in the details of broad laws, making them effective and practical. Examples include regulations, orders, or bylaws, which help implement and enforce the intentions of the primary legislation efficiently and responsively to changing circumstances.