European Union Committee
Scrutinising Brexit: the role of Parliament

1st Report of Session 2016-17 - published 22 July 2016 - HL Paper 33

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Contents

Chapter 1: Scrutiny of the negotiations on the UK’s withdrawal
from, and new relationship with, the European Union

Introduction

Why is parliamentary scrutiny necessary?

The shape and timing of the negotiations

Scrutiny of all stages of the negotiations

Confidentiality and transparency

A scrutiny model for Parliament

European Union Committee work

Conclusion

Summary of conclusions and recommendations

Appendix 1: List of Members and declarations of interest

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