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Water Services Act, 1997 (Act No. 108 of 1997)

Chapter XI : General Powers and Duties of Minister

75. Consideration of draft regulations

 

(1) In considering a draft regulation submitted to it, Parliament must consider whether the regulation—
(a) is consistent with the objectives of this Act;
(b) is within the powers conferred by this Act;
(c) is consistent with the Constitution; and
(d) requires clarification.

 

(2) Parliament may, within 30 days after a regulation has been tabled in terms of section 71, or within 30 days after the commencement of the first sitting after the tabling of a regulation, reject that regulation.

 

(3) If Parliament rejects a regulation, it must state its reasons.

 

(4) The Minister must, within 30 days after being informed in writing that Parliament has rejected a regulation, repeal that regulation.