Debate on Day Two of the 2015 Queen’s Speech: Constitutional Affairs, Legal Affairs and Devolved Affairs

This Briefing provides background information on the issues of Constitutional Affairs, Legal Affairs and Devolved Affairs, prepared in advance of the second day of debate on the Queen’s Speech on 1 June 2015. This briefing has been prepared in advance of the Queen’s Speech based on commitments contained in the Conservative party’s manifesto and speculative reports about what legislative proposals may be included; it does not constitute official information about the Government’s intentions or provide a complete list of bills to be announced. This pack is one of five, prepared to cover each day of debate on the Queen’s Speech in the House of Lords.