Statutory Instruments

Statutory Instruments (SIs) are a type of delegated legislation used by government ministers to create or modify laws without needing a new Act of Parliament. They allow for the practical implementation, updating, or detailed regulation of primary laws (Acts of Parliament). SIs are essential for efficiently managing complex or technical legal details and are often used for administrative updates, rules, or procedures. While they hold legal authority, they are subject to scrutiny or annulment by Parliament, ensuring oversight. Essentially, SIs help turn broad legislative principles into specific, actionable rules.