Water Services Act, 1997 (Act No. 108 of 1997)Chapter XI : General Powers and Duties of Minister75. 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. |