Our history
The Chamber of Commons was founded in early 2020 as the elected legislative body of Links Land. It represents citizens in national decision-making and provides a public forum for democratic debate.
Our role
The Chamber considers proposed laws, scrutinises the government and gives elected members a place to raise matters on behalf of their communities. The Speaker oversees proceedings and applies the rules of the Chamber impartially.
Structure
The Chamber has 100 elected seats. Members may sit as representatives of political parties or independently. A government must retain the confidence of the Chamber to carry out its programme.
How a bill becomes law
- Introduction: a bill and its supporting documents are formally presented.
- Principle: members debate the purpose and main policy.
- Detailed consideration: the text is examined and amendments may be proposed.
- Decision: the Chamber votes on the final bill.
- Enactment: an approved bill completes the constitutional process and becomes law.
Website stewardship
The Ministry of Governance manages this website as the official public information service for the Chamber.