Who can introduce a bill to the Scottish Parliament?
Bills can be introduced to the Parliament by different means: • Executive bills are introduced by a member of the Scottish Government. • Committee bills are introduced by the convener of a committee and may follow a committee inquiry on the need for legislation in a particular area. • Members’ bills can be introduced by any MSP who is not a member of the Scottish Government. • Private bills are introduced by a promoter, who is an individual or a body seeking to obtain particular powers or benefits that are in addition to, or in conflict with, the general law.
