1989 Quote by Shirley Williams
““The doctrine of parliamentary sovereignty has become the doctrine of the executive in Parliament…””
About This Quote
Source Speech: Parliamentary Debate, date unknown
Parliamentary power has shifted from legislative to executive control within the same body.
In simple terms: Parliament now serves the executive rather than the people.
Guard legislative independence.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- legislative reform
- public accountability
- constitutional review
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What mechanisms can restore parliamentary sovereignty?
- Is executive dominance inevitable?
Executive influence may still be checked by other institutions.