Overview

This bill mandates the resignation of the UK Prime Minister within 14 days of a vote of no confidence in the House of Commons. The bill aims to strengthen parliamentary oversight of the executive branch.

Description

The Prime Minister (Confidence) Bill requires the Prime Minister to resign if the House of Commons passes a motion stating "That this House has no confidence in the Prime Minister." The resignation must be tendered to Her Majesty the Queen within a 14-day period following the vote. The bill applies to the whole of the United Kingdom and comes into effect upon passage.

Government Spending

The bill is not expected to have a significant direct impact on government spending. The costs associated with the bill will likely be minimal, relating primarily to the administrative processes of enacting the legislation.

Groups Affected

• Prime Minister: Directly affected, subject to mandatory resignation following a no-confidence vote.
• House of Commons: Given enhanced power to remove the Prime Minister.
• Political Parties: May experience shifts in power dynamics depending on the outcome of no-confidence votes.
• The Public: Potentially impacted by changes in government leadership following the implementation of this bill.

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