Members of which committee conduct scrutiny of government legislation?

The Select Committees play a critical role in scrutinizing government legislation. These committees are composed of Members of Parliament (MPs) from various parties and are responsible for examining the work of government departments and agencies, as well as considering proposed legislation in detail. They hold inquiries, gather evidence, and produce reports that inform the legislative process and provide transparency and accountability in government actions.

Select Committees are distinct in that their primary function is oversight and examination of specific aspects of government policy, ensuring that legislation is thoroughly assessed before it is enacted. Their ability to call witnesses, including ministers and experts, and to produce evidence-based reports makes them vital for maintaining the integrity of parliamentary process and democratic governance.

Other committees mentioned, such as the Human Rights Committee, the Finance Committee, and the Judicial Committee, have specific and narrower mandates that do not encompass the broad scrutiny of government legislation like the Select Committees.