| 单词 | legislative council |
| 例句 | It was a monumental irony: The man famous as the indefatigable orator of independence in the Continental Congress was obliged to remain silent in the legislative councils of the new government. Founding Brothers: The Revolutionary Generation 2000-10-17T00:00:00Z He tweaks them for boycotting the legislative council elections that Britain — then Palestine’s mandatory power — held in 1923, while the Zionists participated. No Light at the End of This Tunnel 2018-01-03T05:00:00Z We knew his grandfather and great uncles were members of the state legislative council. 'Robert Hughes was our Dante,' says his friend Peter Carey 2012-08-07T16:45:25Z Several other members of Hong Kong’s pro-Beijing legislative council flagged the severity of the incident and demanded the government regularly inspect search results and inform the service providers to remove “inaccurate information involving national sovereignty.” Hong Kong demands Google bury protest song in online anthem search results 2022-12-13T05:00:00Z A news release from the Tennessee Secondary School Athletic Association says its legislative council voted for the change on Thursday, effective immediately. Tennessee high school sports org votes to allow NIL deals 2022-12-09T05:00:00Z The legislative council once saw boisterous debates and occasional heated protests, but such divisions vanished after Beijing implemented new rules to ensure only “patriots” could run for office. For Hong Kong’s Beijing-Backed Officials, Xi’s All That 2022-07-27T04:00:00Z The legislative council canceled its weekly meeting so lawmakers could quarantine and meet strict coronavirus restrictions for the ceremonies. Xi Jinping begins ‘victory lap’ in Hong Kong, as locals look on warily 2022-06-29T04:00:00Z One of the restrictions put in place was a system of extensive vetting of candidates for chief executive and the city’s legislative council. Hard-liner Who Led Crackdown on Protests Is Favorite to Run Hong Kong 2022-04-06T04:00:00Z In addition, each colony had a legislative council that included colonial officials as well as local merchants and professionals nominated by the colonial governor. World History: Patterns of Interaction 2012-01-01T00:00:00Z The accounts’ first wave of coordinated posts pushed Beijing’s stance that Hong Kong’s legislative council elections were legitimate, though critics have called the vote a sham. Bots and Fake Accounts Push China’s Vision of Winter Olympic Wonderland 2022-02-18T05:00:00Z As part of a constitutional declaration signed in 2019, a legislative council would have selected a prime minister. Sudan Braces for ‘the Worst’ after Prime Minister Resigns 2022-01-03T05:00:00Z The United States has also sanctioned five Hong Kong-based Chinese officials following legislative council elections in the city earlier this month for reducing Hong Kong’s autonomy and freedoms. Hong Kong editors charged with sedition, U.S. criticizes raid 2021-12-30T05:00:00Z Opposition activists, hoping to build on that success, held a primary vote in 2020 to select the best candidates for the legislative council elections. Hong Kong voters stay away from ‘patriots-only’ election in rejection of Beijing’s control 2021-12-19T05:00:00Z Voting has begun in Hong Kong's legislative council election, the first such poll since China made sweeping reforms to the process. Hong Kong: Legco voting underway after electoral overhaul 2021-12-19T05:00:00Z Hong Kong is holding its first legislative council election since China introduced sweeping changes that have altered the city's political landscape. Hong Kong: Why the Legco elections are so controversial 2021-12-18T05:00:00Z But the transitional legislative council was never formed. Sudan Braces for ‘the Worst’ after Prime Minister Resigns 2022-01-03T05:00:00Z With the establishment’s control of the legislative council a foregone conclusion, the biggest question in this race is whether the voters will turn out. How Hong Kong’s ‘Patriots Only’ Elections Bolster Beijing’s Grip 2021-12-18T05:00:00Z Catherine Cusack, a member of the NSW legislative council, said on the social media site that she was "devastated" by the lockdown and called on the state's health minister to resign. I'm a Celebrity: Crew member's Covid case triggers lockdown 2021-09-22T04:00:00Z Ms Yung also praised electoral reforms introduced by Beijing which ensured that only those loyal to the mainland would be able to be elected to its legislative council. Hong Kong: How life has changed under the national security law 2021-06-29T04:00:00Z Hamas, too, seemed poised to gain seats in the legislative council. Palestinians postpone long-awaited elections in West Bank and Gaza 2021-04-29T04:00:00Z The changes tighten Beijing’s control over the selection of Hong Kong’s leader, along with the makeup of its legislative council. Hong Kong activists say democracy fight to continue abroad 2021-03-14T05:00:00Z The vote was aimed at selecting the strongest opposition candidates for a legislative council election that the government later postponed, citing the coronavirus. Court to hear prosecutors' appeals against bail release of 11 Hong Kong activists 2021-03-11T05:00:00Z By placing power to effectively screen candidates for Hong Kong’s legislative council and its chief executive with an expanded, pro-Beijing committee, the new amendments would ring a death knell for representative politics in the city. China seeks Hong Kong election changes, tech preeminence as U.S. rivalry intensifies 2021-03-05T05:00:00Z The vote, in which not all of the accused were winners, was aimed at selecting the strongest opposition candidates for a legislative council election that the government later postponed, citing the coronavirus. Marathon bail hearing for 47 Hong Kong democracy activists enters fourth day 2021-03-04T05:00:00Z The election was aimed at selecting the strongest candidates for a legislative council election that the government later postponed, citing the coronavirus. Hong Kong democracy activists' bail hearing enters third day 2021-03-03T05:00:00Z The activists are accused of organising and participating in an unofficial primary poll last July aimed at selecting the strongest candidates for a legislative council election that the government later postponed, citing the coronavirus. Security tight as crowds gather outside Hong Kong court for subversion hearing 2021-03-01T05:00:00Z They were accused of organising and participating in an unofficial “primary election” last July aimed at selecting the strongest candidates for a legislative council election. Dozens of leading Hong Kong democrats brace for national security charges to be laid 2021-02-28T05:00:00Z They were questioned about their roles in a July vote organized by pro-democracy parties to choose candidates for a legislative council election that was scheduled for September. Exclusive: Hong Kong police obtain financial records of arrested democracy activists 2021-01-26T05:00:00Z Those arrested this week were the participants and organizers of the primary elections for the legislative council originally scheduled in September 2020 but postponed by the Hong Kong government. Opinion | The world must do more to fight China’s crackdown in Hong Kong 2021-01-08T05:00:00Z The legislative council elections were subsequently canceled by Chief Executive Carrie Lam, citing the pandemic. Dozens of Hong Kong democracy activists arrested under national security law 2021-01-05T05:00:00Z Hong Kong holds delayed polls for its legislative council, the first since Beijing imposed its new restrictive national security law on the territory. New year, new uncertainty: the big events due in 2021 2020-12-31T05:00:00Z “I’ve been approached by many concerned people of Indian origin who are based in Victoria to speak about the issue,” Samantha Ratnam, parliamentary leader of Australia’s Victorian Greens party, recently told the state legislative council. Sikh diaspora drums up global support for farmers' protest in India 2020-12-18T05:00:00Z She decided to run in the now-cancelled legislative council elections, to become the face and voice for the anonymous protesters. Democracy darkens: Hong Kong activists reel from Chinese moves 2020-11-30T05:00:00Z The foreign ministry spokesman urged authorities to quickly set a new date for the postponed elections of the Asian financial hub’s legislative council as quickly as possible. Germany criticizes China for dismissal of Hong Kong opposition lawmakers 2020-11-11T05:00:00Z “Agreement on normalisation with Israel will be decided after completion of the constitutional institutions through the formation of the legislative council,” Omar Gamareldin, Sudan’s acting foreign minister, said on Friday on state TV. Sudan-Israel deal depends on legislative approval, minister says 2020-10-24T04:00:00Z “Agreement on normalization with Israel will be decided after completion of the constitutional institutions through the formation of the legislative council,” Omar Gamareldin said on state TV. Sudan’s normalization with Israel depends on legislative approval: minister 2020-10-23T04:00:00Z In July the Hong Kong government announced it was postponing the legislative council election for one year because of the dangers posed by a new outbreak of the coronavirus in the city. Almost 300 arrests as Hong Kong protesters oppose election delay 2020-09-06T04:00:00Z Auditors told a legislative council that oversees the auditor’s work that the parish officials misunderstood the information they received. Louisiana parishes to keep getting positive virus test lists 2020-08-22T04:00:00Z The legislative council races loomed as a potential slap against China and its stunning moves to curb Hong Kong's political freedoms after a waves of pro-democracy protests last year. Hong Kong leader postpones elections, further eroding political freedoms 2020-07-31T04:00:00Z A legislative council is due to be set up before the polls, but its creation is already overdue and may not happen at all. Sudan-Israel deal depends on legislative approval, minister says 2020-10-24T04:00:00Z “We condemn the Hong Kong government’s decision to postpone for one year its legislative council elections and to disqualify opposition candidates,” White House press secretary Kayleigh McEnany said. US hits China anew for rights abuses in western Xinjiang 2020-07-31T04:00:00Z The group disqualified from contesting upcoming elections to the city’s legislative council include the prominent student activist Joshua Wong but also moderates and four incumbents, such as Alvin Yeung, who represents Hong Kong’s accountants. 'Political purge' on Hong Kong opposition may spell end of democracy 2020-07-30T04:00:00Z But in a last-minute maneuver, Republican lawmakers approved a bill requiring him to get approval of the GOP-run legislative council. Panel OKs sending ballot request forms to all Iowa voters 2020-07-17T04:00:00Z The legislative council elections grew in significance as other ways of dissent were choked off. Hong Kong leader postpones elections, further eroding political freedoms 2020-07-31T04:00:00Z The two-day vote will determine the opposition candidates for September's elections to the legislative council. Hong Kong pro-democracy vote draws thousands 2020-07-12T04:00:00Z Republican Gov. Kim Reynolds, a Trump ally, last week signed compromise legislation requiring Pate and his successors to seek approval from a partisan legislative council for similar future actions. Can Trump’s anti-mail-voting crusade hurt him in key states? 2020-07-03T04:00:00Z The Supreme Court gave the legislative council committee that drew up the attendance restrictions until Monday to respond to the lawsuit. Lawmakers ask high court to keep Legislature open to public 2020-06-12T04:00:00Z The next significant moment in the city will be the legislative council elections in September. The city of two masks faces a new crisis 2020-06-11T04:00:00Z Others in the movement began to adopt more radical tactics, storming the legislative council on 1 July. How Hong Kong caught fire: the story of a radical uprising 2020-06-09T04:00:00Z “This is definitely not the end of ‘one country, two systems,’” said Andrew Leung, a pro-Beijing lawmaker who leads the city’s legislative council, its main lawmaking body. Hong Kong Protest Movement Left Reeling by China’s Power Grab 2020-05-22T04:00:00Z On Monday, the legislative council house committee, which scrutinises proposed legislation, descended into chaos for the second time in a month. Hong Kong activists back in court amid more legislative chaos 2020-05-18T04:00:00Z Claudia Mo said Beijing is also trying to ”terrorise Hong Kong opposition” ahead of the legislative council election in September. Police in Hong Kong arrest 14 activists amid autonomy warnings 2020-04-18T04:00:00Z After a legislative council overturned her executive order, the Kansas Supreme Court upheld it Saturday. Churches sue California governor over antivirus orders 2020-04-13T04:00:00Z The court ruled Saturday night that a small Republican-led legislative council that rescinded Kelly's order did not have the authority to do so. Kansas court strikes down GOP measure allowing in-person Easter church services, lets coronavirus restrictions stand 2020-04-11T04:00:00Z The legislative council that undid Kelly’s order agreed that people should stay home, but said Kelly overstepped. Kansas church dispute pits health, constitutional concerns 2020-04-09T04:00:00Z The budget will need to be approved by the county’s 11-member legislative council before being adopted. County executive seeks to boost funding for Pr. George’s schools and public safety 2020-03-11T04:00:00Z Earlier this week, the office’s chief, Luo Huining, called for controversial national security laws to be urgently passed, amid escalating accusations of overreach by Beijing into the city’s legislative council and judiciary. Police in Hong Kong arrest 14 activists amid autonomy warnings 2020-04-18T04:00:00Z Although some pro-Beijing heavyweights were toppled by relative newcomers, the DAB’s Lee says her party will regroup for key legislative council elections next September. Fresh headache for China after Hong Kong democrats rout pro-Beijing candidates 2019-11-25T05:00:00Z Republican lawmakers on the state's legislative council revoked Kelly's order on Wednesday — effectively allowing churches to hold regular services on Easter — saying that the order infringed on religious liberty. Kansas court strikes down GOP measure allowing in-person Easter church services, lets coronavirus restrictions stand 2020-04-11T04:00:00Z While Hong Kong enjoys civil rights such as freedom of assembly and the press, its residents do not choose their leader, or all members of its mini-parliament, the legislative council. Hong Kong protesters pin hopes on the ballot box after weeks of violence 2019-11-23T05:00:00Z Lam is forced to deliver a key annual policy speech via video link after after being heckled in parliament, as the legislative council resumed sessions after it was suspended on 12 June. At least five wounded during knife attack in Hong Kong 2019-11-03T04:00:00Z “I wouldn’t be surprised if we see more militant figures like Junius Ho in the next legislative council elections,” he said. A Provocateur of the Hong Kong Protests Gains Growing Stature 2019-10-05T04:00:00Z Thousands of people are expected to rally in the city center on Saturday evening after authorities granted a permit for a gathering at Tamar Park, next to the headquarters of Hong Kong’s legislative council. Hong Kong braces for weekend protests ahead of major Chinese anniversary 2019-09-26T04:00:00Z Hong Kong's chief executive is currently selected by a 1,200-member committee, and nearly half of the 70 legislative council seats are filled by limited electorates representing different sectors of the economy. Hong Kong police accused of violence against journalists covering protests 2019-09-09T04:00:00Z Hong Kong leader Carrie Lam says the extradition bill that sparked months of demonstrations will be formally withdrawn in the legislative council without the need for debate or vote. The Latest: Lam says decision to end bill was her govt’s own 2019-09-05T04:00:00Z On Monday morning, Papuan protesters set fire to the legislative council building and blocked streets in the provincial capital of West Papua, Manokwari, by burning tyres and tree branches, deputy governor Mohamad Lakotani said. Protesters set fire to parliament building in West Papua as tensions mount 2019-08-19T04:00:00Z There would also be a Cabinet of technocrats chosen by the protesters, as well as a legislative council, the makeup of which would be decided within three months. Sudanese protesters sign power-sharing deal with military 2019-08-04T04:00:00Z There would also be a cabinet made up of technocrats chosen by the protesters, as well as a legislative council, the makeup of which would be decided within three months. Sudan Power-Sharing Deal Finalized, African Union Envoy Says 2019-08-03T04:00:00Z Hong Kong faced a tense calm on Tuesday as clean-up operations were underway to repair damage done by protesters to the city’s legislative council building on Monday night. Hong Kong: Carrie Lam condemns 'extremely violent' storming of parliament 2019-07-02T04:00:00Z “Also on Monday, a large number of protesters took to the streets to march against the government’s suspended extradition amendment bill. Some clashed with police as they stormed into the legislative council,” said the article. Hong Kong protest: China says violent demonstrations 'totally intolerable' 2019-07-02T04:00:00Z Today, only half the 70 seats on the legislative council are directly elected by the public. Perspective | Five myths about Hong Kong 2019-06-21T04:00:00Z If not, the protesters would escalate to extended strikes, obstructing public transport, and potentially storming the legislative council building, the messages said. Hong Kong extradition bill violence escalates as police fire tear gas and rubber bullets at protesters 2019-06-12T04:00:00Z The law is due for a second round of debate in the 70-seat legislative council. Hong Kong extradition law: protesters rally outside government offices 2019-06-11T04:00:00Z After the major protests in 2003, the government made major concessions to the national security bill - but still intended to push it through the legislative council. Do protests in Hong Kong ever work? 2019-06-10T04:00:00Z It also proposes the formation of a cabinet of technocrats to run daily affairs of the state and a legislative council to draft laws and oversee the cabinet until a new constitution is written. World Digest: April 18, 2019 2019-04-18T04:00:00Z Proposed amendments to Hong Kong’s extradition were introduced at the city’s legislative council on Wednesday, after thousands of demonstrators took to the streets at the weekend. Hong Kong's push to allow extraditions to China prompts protests 2019-04-03T04:00:00Z Yet, Hong Kong’s chief executive, Carrie Lam, said Hong Kong’s legislative council would proceed with the bill, discuss it on Wednesday and vote by June 20. Hong Kong extradition bill violence escalates as police fire tear gas and rubber bullets at protesters 2019-06-12T04:00:00Z Protesters planned to stage an overnight demonstration just outside the legislative council in Admiralty district but authorities closed the designated protest area and cordoned off a nearby lawn at Tamar Park, outside the legislative council. Hong Kong extradition law: protesters rally outside government offices 2019-06-11T04:00:00Z Yet when the initial legislative council votes were taken Monday, on the second day of voting, the traditionalists revealed themselves to be unaffected. Perspective | We queer clergy begged our fellow Methodists to love us. They voted no. 2019-03-01T05:00:00Z Some lawmakers questioned whether such a legislative council will enter into areas more rightfully reserved for the governor’s office. Bill to form Idaho council on federal lands passes House 2019-02-26T05:00:00Z The law is to take effect when the legislative council approves a motion recommended by the attorney general that it is “reasonably probable” the law would be upheld as constitutional. States with laws still on the books that would ban abortion 2018-07-12T04:00:00Z At a legislative council meeting last week he told his fellow lawmakers, “I guess I don’t understand why we’re going to treat this differently than other bad conduct we have.” Montana Editorial Roundup 2018-06-07T04:00:00Z The voter turnout was 43 percent, far lower than 58 percent at the last full legislative council elections in 2016. Hong Kong democratic opposition fails to regain veto power in... 2018-03-11T05:00:00Z Finally, the legislative council — currently made up of mostly Republican leaders — would select the ninth commissioner. Republicans push changes to Idaho’s redistricting commission 2018-02-26T05:00:00Z The disqualifications killed the pro-democracy lawmakers’ veto powers in the legislative council. Hong Kong Court Throws Out Protest Leaders’ Prison Sentences 2018-02-06T05:00:00Z Health officials will collect comments through Dec. 26 before submitting recommendations to the legislative council by Feb. 1. North Dakota officials gather public input on medical pot 2017-12-09T05:00:00Z An order signed by Chief Justice Mark Cady on Wednesday says the rules will become effective Jan. 1 unless a legislative council objects. Iowa rule limits use of restraints for juveniles in court 2017-10-26T04:00:00Z The voter turnout was 43 percent, far lower than 58 percent at the last full legislative council elections in 2016. Hong Kong democratic opposition fails to regain veto power in... 2018-03-11T05:00:00Z The Senate State Affairs Committee introduced a proposal that would amend Idaho’s Constitution to change the state’s redistricting commission from six to nine members, with the state’s legislative council deciding the ninth commissioner. Republicans push changes to Idaho’s redistricting commission 2018-02-26T05:00:00Z “They will only pledge before God and their respective legislative councils,” the opposition said in a statement. Venezuela opposition governors boycott swearing in ceremony 2017-10-18T04:00:00Z As a result of their jail terms, Wong, Law and Chow are now disqualified from running for a seat in Hong Kong’s legislative council for five years. Hong Kong urged to free jailed pro-democracy protesters in open letter 2017-08-18T04:00:00Z Thursday’s sentencing, Wong, Law and Chow will be ineligible to run for the legislative council for five years. Hong Kong student leaders jailed for 2014 pro-democracy protest 2017-08-17T04:00:00Z A review of the territory’s wildlife crime laws is under way, with a phase-out of the domestic ivory trade within five years being debated by Hong Kong’s legislative council. Hong Kong authorities seize 'record' ivory haul 2017-07-06T04:00:00Z Last September a record number of young anti-Beijing activists were elected to Hong Kong’s legislative council, or Legco, in what one victor called a democratic “miracle”. ‘We wanted democracy’: after 20 years of Chinese rule is Hong Kong's dream over? 2017-06-30T04:00:00Z In last year’s legislative council elections, six candidates were barred from running because of their political stance. As China tramples on Hong Kong's freedom, a feeble Britain avoids its glance | Angela Gui 2017-06-22T04:00:00Z “It feels like a step back in time,” he said, noting that Congress pulled away from local interference in 1973 when it allowed residents to elect a mayor and legislative council. Congress once ran the local D.C. government. GOP signals that it may do so again. 2017-01-30T05:00:00Z On her return from the US, she started a think tank and stood in legislative council elections. Regina Ip: The 'Iron Lady' who wants to lead Hong Kong - BBC News 2016-12-29T05:00:00Z Anger at the Chinese authorities, and disillusionment with traditional pro-democracy parties, helped propel several new faces to victory in Hong Kong's legislative council elections in September. Is this proof Hong Kong’s 'Umbrella Protests' failed? - BBC News 2016-12-10T05:00:00Z This year, a new controversy erupted when several candidates supporting the independence of Hong Kong were disqualified from elections to the territory’s legislative council. Hong Kong’s Beijing-backed chief executive says he won’t seek second term 2016-12-09T05:00:00Z Recently the party intervened to bar two pro-democracy politicians from taking their seats on Hong Kong’s legislative council. The fight to defend democracy 2016-11-20T05:00:00Z Nathan Law, a student protest leader who was among six young pro-democracy faces elected to the former colony’s 70-member legislative council last month, quoted Mahatma Gandhi as he publicly rejected Beijing’s authority. Hong Kong's pro-democracy lawmakers distort parliamentary oath in snub to China 2016-10-12T04:00:00Z There is reason to be hopeful, as Nathan Law was elected as the youngest person ever to sit on Hong Kong’s legislative council. Ted Cruz: Obama Must Not Fear Diplomatic Provocation 2016-09-12T04:00:00Z Opposition democrats are defending 27 seats in the legislative council - crucially above the one-third threshold that allows them to wield a veto over some legislation. China pressures Hong Kong to squash independence calls ahead of poll: sources 2016-09-02T04:00:00Z She rallied a dozen village leaders, environmental activists and concerned citizens to address an environmental affairs panel held in Hong Kong’s legislative council in March. Trees That Gave Hong Kong It's Name Are Nearing Extinction 2016-04-14T04:00:00Z Multiple media outlets also reported the council voted 7-2 to add three private school representatives both to the board of control and the legislative council. TSSAA council narrowly rejects complete public-private split 2015-07-16T04:00:00Z In the end, the opposition voted down the electoral system, which needed a two-thirds majority to pass the legislative council. China’s plans for Hong Kong backfire 2015-06-23T04:00:00Z The Post said police think the suspected explosives “were intended to be detonated before the legislative council debates on the government’s political reform package this week”. Hong Kong police claim ‘suspect’ device found in runup to key legislative vote 2015-06-15T04:00:00Z Opposition parties, citing a lack of freedom of speech and assembly in the African country, are boycotting the vote, which includes electing candidates for the country's legislative council. Sudan begins voting in election al-Bashir expected to win 2015-04-13T04:00:00Z Tuesday evening's meeting by the legislative council was to discuss overturning that veto — although that was considered unlikely. University of California Irvine Cancels Flag Meeting Due to Threat 2015-03-11T04:00:00Z The controversy over the flag display arose last week when the legislative council for the Associated Students approved a resolution calling for the removal of the American flag and other flags from a lobby. Flag ban: UCI cancels student meeting; 'viable threats' cited 2015-03-10T04:00:00Z A resolution adopted by a vote of 6-4 by the legislative council of the campus' Associated Students called for removing all flags from the lobby area of student government offices. Does UC Irvine hate the American flag? Not exactly 2015-03-10T04:00:00Z In a statement posted to Facebook on Monday from three members of ASUCI’s legislative council, the students apologized for supporting the resolution, and elaborated on the reasons for passing the legislation. Campus divided over ban on national flags 2015-03-10T04:00:00Z Six undergraduate members of a legislative council voted last Thursday to ban displaying national flags, including the American flag. American flag ban on college campus draws lawmakers' rebuke 2015-03-09T04:00:00Z Six undergraduate members of the Associated Students legislative council then passed a ban on posting flags of any nation in the office lobby last week. University of California Irvine Cancels Flag Meeting Due to Threat 2015-03-11T04:00:00Z The student resolution adopted Thursday by the legislative council of the campus' Associated Students called for removing all flags from the common lobby area of student government offices. Ban on American flag at UC Irvine reversed 2015-03-07T05:00:00Z A resolution adopted Thursday by the legislative council of the campus' Associated Students calls for removing all flags from the common lobby area of student government offices. American flag, others banned in UC Irvine student area 2015-03-06T05:00:00Z The same farming and fishing groups also elect one of the 70 members of Hong Kong’s legislative council, or Legco. The power of fish 2015-03-05T05:00:00Z Hong Kong's embattled Chief Executive CY Leung has used his annual address to the legislative council to insist that the democratic reforms on offer are the best the territory can hope for. Scuffles in Hong Kong legislature 2015-01-14T05:00:00Z To enable public elections in 2017, the Hong Kong government needs to pass a political reform package in the territory's legislative council. Hong Kong reforms 'must be passed' 2015-01-10T05:00:00Z To enable public elections in 2017, the Hong Kong government needs to pass a political reform package in the territory's legislative council, following the second round of public consultation. HK consults on political reform 2015-01-06T05:00:00Z If the plans fall in Hong Kong's legislative council, the current system will continue, with a committee of mostly pro-Beijing loyalists selecting the next leader. Hong Kong voters 'would be confused by too many candidates' 2014-09-01T04:00:00Z The law was approved Sunday by the legislative council that acts as Jazeera's local parliament. Syria Kurds impose military service amid civil war 2014-07-17T04:00:00Z The May reconciliation agreement between Hamas and the Palestine Liberation Organization was Abbas’s way of ending Hamas’s rule through the most civilized of all means: new, overdue elections for president and the legislative council. Israeli war on Gaza negates Mahmoud Abbas’s peaceful legacy "We will regain our sovereign power and set up a people's government and a people's legislative council," Mr Suthep said as he led a march. Protesters rally in Thai capital 2014-05-09T04:54:43Z The NCAA’s legislative council approved a proposal to allow Division I schools to provide unlimited meals and snacks to all athletes. They went under cover to come up with this promotion 2014-04-18T01:00:57Z Chan, Hong Kong Secretary for Financial Services and the Treasury, said in a written response to a question in the legislative council about the territory's role in light of the FTZs on the mainland. China eyes adopting international law to spark life into trade zones 2013-11-05T21:09:11Z Hong Kong's legislative council includes both pro-Beijing and pro-democracy members China's top representative in Hong Kong is set to meet the city's pro-democracy lawmakers, in what is being seen as an unprecedented meeting. China official to meet HK lawmakers 2013-07-16T03:55:00Z He said the president would "personally adopt all the conclusions of this conference in draft laws and present them to the legislative council". Morsi hints at deal on Egypt judges 2013-04-28T21:17:20Z Mursi would "personally adopt all the conclusions of this conference from project laws to present it to the legislative council," he said. Egypt's Mursi climbs down, to seek compromise on judges 2013-04-28T15:55:53Z But on Friday legislative council members voted overwhelmingly to remove him from office. Indonesian official faces sack 2012-12-21T17:21:55Z “Next week is going to be horrible,” said the town’s legislative council chairman, Jeff Capeci, thinking about the string of funerals the town will face. Newtown investigators: Still no note or motive 2012-12-15T21:04:00Z For the first time, more than half the 70 seats on the governing legislative council will be directly elected. Hong Kong voters go to the polls 2012-09-08T22:20:54Z The legislative council consists of the same officials and of six unofficial members. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 13, Slice 6 "Home, Daniel" to "Hortensius, Quintus" 2012-03-15T02:00:32.250Z They had no form of government—neither chief nor legislative council—but public opinion ruled with an iron hand. The Gold Diggings of Cape Horn A Study of Life in Tierra del Fuego and Patagonia 2012-03-13T02:00:27.187Z On Sunday, she was one of 71 members of a coalition of independent and opposition activists to win seats on the capital's 125 district legislative councils, ... Russian Activists Win Local Office 2012-03-08T21:49:59Z The first act of incorporation was granted to the city, by the legislative council of the territory, in 1805, under the style of "the Mayor, Aldermen and inhabitants of the city of New Orleans." Norman's New Orleans and Environs Containing a Brief Historical Sketch of the Territory and State of Louisiana and the City of New Orleans, from the Earliest Period to the Present Time 2012-02-13T03:00:18.260Z In 1886 he was created a raja bahadur, exempted from attendance at the civil courts, and appointed a member of the legislative council of Bengal. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 7, Slice 9 "Dagupan" to "David" 2012-02-11T03:03:39.807Z The colony is administered by a governor, executive council and legislative council. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 13, Slice 6 "Home, Daniel" to "Hortensius, Quintus" 2012-03-15T02:00:32.250Z Executive and legislative councils were established; and in each of the six districts into which, for administrative and legal purposes, the island was divided, a commissioner was appointed to represent the government. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 7, Slice 8 "Cube" to "Daguerre, Louis" 2012-01-31T03:00:17.257Z The head of this family was one who filled a large space in the public mind, and for many years held a seat in the highest legislative council of the nation. Gleanings by the Way 2012-01-24T03:00:27.717Z When their representatives entered our legislative councils, the most stupid of its members understood their object. A History of Oregon, 1792-1849 Drawn From Personal Observation and Authentic Information 2012-01-20T03:00:11.607Z For many years he served as a member of the legislative council of the viceroy with conspicuous ability and moderation of view. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 7, Slice 9 "Dagupan" to "David" 2012-02-11T03:03:39.807Z All classes, from the men in legislative council to the plainest citizen, felt a disgust that could not be concealed, and a breach was opened between ruler and people that grew wider every day. Harper's New Monthly Magazine Vol. IV, No. 19, Dec 1851 2011-12-25T03:00:11.297Z The law administered is that contained in the Ottoman codes, modified by ordinances passed by the legislative council. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 7, Slice 8 "Cube" to "Daguerre, Louis" 2012-01-31T03:00:17.257Z The governor is assisted by a privy council, a director of the interior, a procurator-general and a paymaster, and there is also an elected legislative council of 30 members. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 12, Slice 6 "Groups, Theory of" to "Gwyniad" 2011-12-16T03:00:12.320Z Congress was petitioned by the legislative council of Michigan to make an appropriation to survey the proposed line. Stories of the Badger State 2011-11-27T03:00:12.687Z Administration, Revenue, &c.—The country is governed as a crown colony, the governor being assisted by a legislative council composed of officials and nominated unofficial members. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 12, Slice 2 "Gloss" to "Gordon, Charles George" 2011-10-31T02:00:28.703Z His government was marked by several events of much interest, one of his most popular measures being the opening of the doors of the legislative council to the public. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 11, Slice 1 "Franciscans" to "French Language" 2011-10-22T02:00:29.487Z In the year 1823 the legislative council of Florida held its second session in the government house at St. Augustine. The Spaniards in Florida Comprising the notable settlement of the Huguenots in 1564, and the History and Antiquities of St. Augustine, Founded A.D. 1565 2011-09-24T02:00:14.187Z The house of assembly adopted the report of the committee, and having passed the bill, sent it up to the legislative council for approval. The History of the Post Office in British North America 2011-08-31T02:01:37.743Z Gambia is administered by a governor, assisted by an executive and a legislative council. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 11, Slice 4 "G" to "Gaskell, Elizabeth" 2011-08-24T02:00:20.690Z The governor is also governor of Ashanti and the Northern Territories, but in those dependencies the legislative council has no authority. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 12, Slice 2 "Gloss" to "Gordon, Charles George" 2011-10-31T02:00:28.703Z He edited La Patrie and other French papers in the Dominion; and in 1889 was appointed clerk of the Quebec legislative council. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 11, Slice 1 "Franciscans" to "French Language" 2011-10-22T02:00:29.487Z Grant; and a legislative council was authorized to assemble, and the pretense and forms of a constitutional government were gone through with. The Spaniards in Florida Comprising the notable settlement of the Huguenots in 1564, and the History and Antiquities of St. Augustine, Founded A.D. 1565 2011-09-24T02:00:14.187Z In the legislative council the bill was rejected. The History of the Post Office in British North America 2011-08-31T02:01:37.743Z The journals of the legislative council concurrent with those of the legislative assembly down to 1816 have also been published, and one volume in each series, now in the press, will complete the work. The Ontario Archives Scope of its Operations 2011-08-08T02:00:20.520Z The Falkland Islands are a crown colony, with a governor and executive and legislative councils. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 10, Slice 2 "Fairbanks, Erastus" to "Fens" 2011-06-19T02:00:16.580Z In 1834 he represented the counties west of the lake in the Michigan legislative council at Detroit, at which council the first legislative action was taken affecting these counties. Fifty Years In The Northwest With An Introduction And Appendix Containing Reminiscences, Incidents And Notes 2011-06-13T02:00:27.317Z Until elected by the citizens of Siskiyou to represent them in the legislative councils I practised at the bar. Gabriel Conroy 2011-06-08T02:00:19.217Z Finlay had certain advantages as a member of the legislative council which Heriot did not enjoy, and moreover his difficulties were not so great. The History of the Post Office in British North America 2011-08-31T02:01:37.743Z The legislative assembly, following the rule of the Imperial House of Commons, claimed the power of the purse, and objected to their supply bill being amended by the legislative council or upper house. The Ontario Archives Scope of its Operations 2011-08-08T02:00:20.520Z The legislative council 153 consists of the governor and three official and two unofficial nominated members, and the executive of the same, with the exception that there is only one unofficial member. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 10, Slice 2 "Fairbanks, Erastus" to "Fens" 2011-06-19T02:00:16.580Z Whilst the first was proceeding with the public business, a despatch arrived ordering the governor to form an executive, separate from a legislative council. History of Prince Edward Island 2011-04-16T02:00:17.027Z Also: small business legislative council; employee benefits; small business contest. The Coming Irish Tech Boom 2011-03-17T01:45:57Z Stayner had sent a copy to the secretary immediately on its adoption by the assembly, and before the legislative council had had time to consider and reject it. The History of the Post Office in British North America 2011-08-31T02:01:37.743Z The legislative council consists of the governor, ten official, six elected and two native members. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 10, Slice 3 "Fenton, Edward" to "Finistere" 2011-03-14T03:01:00.580Z He became recognized as the ablest pleader in the colony, and, in 1872, was elected for Durban as a member of the legislative council, and subsequently was also placed on the executive council. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 9, Slice 7 "Equation" to "Ethics" 2011-02-27T03:00:31.973Z This document was referred to a joint committee of the legislative council and assembly, who, in April, 1838, produced an able and elaborate report in justification of the law. History of Prince Edward Island 2011-04-16T02:00:17.027Z Abbed Rabbo said the rivals would be able to resolve their differences in a new legislative council to be formed after the presidential and parliamentary elections. Palestinian Authority calls election 2011-02-12T15:24:58Z Dodd was a man of prominence on the island, being a member of the legislative council and afterwards chief justice. The History of the Post Office in British North America 2011-08-31T02:01:37.743Z The native chiefs and provincial representatives meet annually under the presidency of the governor, and their recommendations are submitted for sanction to the legislative council. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 10, Slice 3 "Fenton, Edward" to "Finistere" 2011-03-14T03:01:00.580Z He even contemplated the summoning of the central legislative council at Lahore. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 9, Slice 3 "Electrostatics" to "Engis" 2011-02-06T03:00:53.093Z The people, their representative assembly, the legislative council, and the governor have cordially concurred in devising a remedy for it. History of Prince Edward Island 2011-04-16T02:00:17.027Z Last year, the tribal legislative council also created a Navajo Green Economy Commission to promote environmentally friendly jobs and businesses. Navajos Hope to Shift From Coal to Wind and Sun 2010-10-26T00:33:00Z The conditions were very similar to those suggested by the legislative council of Lower Canada in 1836. The History of the Post Office in British North America 2011-08-31T02:01:37.743Z Only half of the legislative council is directly elected. Hong Kong activists regain seats 2010-05-17T05:49:00Z Until 1898, when the Crown Colony system was adopted, the legislative council was partly elected, partly nominated. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 2, Slice 2 "Anjar" to "Apollo" In 1839 the legislative council was separated from the executive council, and, by the Queen, Mr. Haviland was appointed its first president. History of Prince Edward Island 2011-04-16T02:00:17.027Z The municipal government of the city was framed by an act of the Bombay legislative council passed in 1888. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 4, Slice 2 "Bohemia" to "Borgia, Francis" On February 17, 1837, the legislative council of Upper Canada had before it the report of a committee it had appointed to inquire into the post office. The History of the Post Office in British North America 2011-08-31T02:01:37.743Z He is assisted by an executive and a legislative council. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 5, Slice 7 "Cerargyrite" to "Charing Cross" The Parsees, the most respected sect, vie with the educated Hindoo in establishing charity schools and hospitals, and both are alike represented in the legislative councils. My Trip Around the World August, 1895-May, 1896 Sir Dominick Daly having left the island in May, the Honorable Charles Young, president of the legislative council, was sworn in as administrator. History of Prince Edward Island 2011-04-16T02:00:17.027Z For making laws there is a legislative council, consisting of the governor and his executive council, with certain other persons, not fewer than eight or more than twenty, at least half of them being non-officials. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 4, Slice 2 "Bohemia" to "Borgia, Francis" The legislative council on each occasion was prepared to pay what was due to the postmaster, but the assembly could not be brought to authorize it. The History of the Post Office in British North America 2011-08-31T02:01:37.743Z They resulted in strengthening the Progressive majority both in the House of Assembly and in the legislative council—where the Progressives previously had a majority of one only. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 5, Slice 2 "Camorra" to "Cape Colony" The two legislative councils were composed two-thirds of members of the Convention and one-third of newly-elected delegates; the new government established itself in the palace of the Luxembourg. Paris From the Earliest Period to the Present Day; Volume 2 The general assembly consists of the legislative council and the ministers of state, together with popularly elected members, who form a majority of the whole assembly. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 9, Slice 1 "Edwardes" to "Ehrenbreitstein" Hence they formed with the ecclesiastical hierarchy, the sole and supreme legislative council of the Sovereign. Some Specimens of the Poetry of the Ancient Welsh Bards Heriot then lost no time in applying to be appointed to the vacancy in the legislative council, and to the superintendency of post houses. The History of the Post Office in British North America 2011-08-31T02:01:37.743Z In the session of 1907 the Opposition in the legislative council brought on a crisis by refusing to grant supplies voted by the lower chamber. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 5, Slice 2 "Camorra" to "Cape Colony" Two councils of senators, one of sixteen and one of seventy members, acted as an imperial cabinet and an advisory legislative council, respectively. A History of Rome to 565 A. D. The legislative council is a consultative body, partly elective, partly nominative. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 9, Slice 1 "Edwardes" to "Ehrenbreitstein" The draft was presented to the legislative council in 1856, but owing to the mutiny and to objections from missionaries, &c., its passing was delayed till the 6th of October 1860. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 7, Slice 6 "Coucy-le-Château" to "Crocodile" The legislative council adopted an address asking for imperial legislation to unite the British North American colonies. George Brown The creation, in 1835, of a legislative council, on which unofficial members had seats, was the first step in giving the colonists a share in the government. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 5, Slice 2 "Camorra" to "Cape Colony" Suppose a general election results in the election of a large majority in the Lower House favourable to a measure, but the legislative council prevents it from becoming law. The Fathers of Confederation A Chronicle of the Birth of the Dominion For the first time, too, our people are really an influential factor in the provincial and imperial legislative councils. Where Half The World Is Waking Up The Old and the New in Japan, China, the Philippines, and India, Reported With Especial Reference to American Conditions The senators were the executive and legislative council of the state; with them the laws originated. The Christian Foundation, Or, Scientific and Religious Journal, Volume I, No. 11, November, 1880 In the legislative council of Lower Canada, there are fifteen members; and in that of Upper Canada seven; and the appointments are for life. Travels in North America, From Modern Writers With Remarks and Observations; Exhibiting a Connected View of the Geography and Present State of that Quarter of the Globe Twelve new seats in the House of Assembly were divided among the larger towns, and three members were added to the legislative council. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 5, Slice 2 "Camorra" to "Cape Colony" It is presided over by a governor, appointed by the Queen of England, an executive council of five, and a legislative council of fifteen. Due West or Round the World in Ten Months The Rajah is absolute head of the state; but he is advised by a legislative council composed of two Europeans and five native chiefs. Tales of the Malayan Coast From Penang to the Philippines They formed the great legislative council of the nation. Romulus Makers of History The island is administered by a governor, assisted by an executive council, a legislative council of 9 nominated members, and a house of assembly of 24 members elected on a limited franchise. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 3, Part 1, Slice 3 "Banks" to "Bassoon" In South Africa some measure of home rule was accorded to Cape Colony by the institution of a representative legislative council under a governor appointed by the Crown. A History of the Nineteenth Century, Year by Year Volume Two (of Three) In 1823 a legislative council, consisting of seven officials, had been instituted; in 1828 it was developed into one of fifteen members, chosen entirely from among the wealthiest colonists. The Political History of England - Vol XI From Addington's Administration to the close of William IV.'s Reign (1801-1837) It was not until the year 1833 that any portion of the journals of the legislative council was published. Wilmot and Tilley The administration of the colony and of its dependencies is vested in a Governor, aided by a Colonial Secretary, and by an executive and a legislative council. World's War Events, Vol. I Mill also suggested the formation of a legislative council, which was to contain one man 'versed in the philosophy of men and government.' The English Utilitarians, Volume II (of 3) James Mill His genius was not shown on the field of battle, but in the legislative council, and Russia reveres Yaroslaf the Wise as its first maker of laws. Historic Tales, Vol. 8 (of 15) The Romance of Reality It was declared inexpedient to call an assembly; a legislative council was nominated by the crown, and taxation was reserved to the parliament of Great Britain. The Political History of England - Vol. X. The History of England from the Accession of George III to the close of Pitt's first Administration The government at that time consisted of only five persons, of whom two were members of the House of Assembly and three of the legislative council. Wilmot and Tilley He represented the town of Sandwich nineteen times in legislative councils. The New England Magazine, Volume 1, No. 4, Bay State Monthly, Volume 4, No. 4, April, 1886 Her sons have been among the ablest in our legislative councils, and even to-day she sets a noble example before the country, for the emulation of her sister States. A Report of the Debates and Proceedings in the Secret Sessions of the Conference Convention For Proposing Amendments to the Constitution of the United States, Held at Washington, D.C., in February, A.D. 1861 The principal chaplains were members of the legislative councils, and were consulted on most measures relative to religion. The History of Tasmania, Volume I Great Britain appoints a governor of the colony, but the people elect a legislative council and a house of representatives. Wealth of the World's Waste Places and Oceania The complaints of the House of Assembly against the legislative council were now embodied in an address to the queen. Wilmot and Tilley This historic record, of representation in the highest legislative council of the nation, is very suggestive. The Choctaw Freedmen and The Story of Oak Hill Industrial Academy Accordingly the constitutional act provided for an assembly, elected by the people on a limited franchise, in each province, and for a legislative council, appointed by the Crown. Canada Many, favorable to the object, doubted the legality of the meeting, and the power of any officer to proclaim the assembling of a body not recognised by the legislative council. The History of Tasmania, Volume I That territory had, in 1856, become a separate Colony, distinct from the Cape, and with a legislative council three-fourths of whose members were elective. Impressions of South Africa The constitution of the legislative council was complained of, and it was described as an obstructive body which disregarded the wishes of the people. Wilmot and Tilley The business of the day was discussed in conversation, and it was agreed to be quite impossible to support the resolution on the legislative council in its existing terms, without at least a protest. The Life of William Ewart Gladstone, Vol. 1 (of 3) 1809-1859 The government of the province was entrusted to a governor and a legislative council, appointed by the Crown, inasmuch as it was "inexpedient to call an assembly." Canada In his first minute to the legislative council, Franklin pronounced an eulogium on Arthur's services, and laid on the table a despatch of the secretary of state, of similar import. The History of Tasmania, Volume I Even in the legislative councils considerations of party are but incidental. The Governments of Europe At the session of 1842 Wilmot again introduced the King's College Bill, and it was passed by the House, but again rejected by the legislative council. Wilmot and Tilley An elective assembly is refused for reasons that are plain, but a legislative council is granted, to be appointed by the crown. Canada: the Empire of the North Being the Romantic Story of the New Dominion's Growth from Colony to Kingdom Sir Guy Carleton nominated a legislative council of twenty-three members, of whom eight were Roman Catholics. Canada The governor advised that no laborers, except mechanics, should be sent, and four members of the legislative council protested against the outlay. The History of Tasmania, Volume I Provision was made for a directory and for two legislative councils consisting of one hundred sixty and eighty members respectively; and the first directors, representatives, and other officials were named by Napoleon. The Governments of Europe The legislative council had proceeded to pass the address in reply to the speech, but in consequence of the delay in the House of Assembly, this reply had not before been presented to the governor. Wilmot and Tilley The legislative council was entirely dominated by the Northwest Company. Canada: the Empire of the North Being the Romantic Story of the New Dominion's Growth from Colony to Kingdom The particular measure which the French Canadians had pressed for so many years on the British Government, an elective legislative council, was conceded. Canada The outcry of the local banks reached the legislative council, and it was proposed to make a treasury bill a legal tender. The History of Tasmania, Volume I If the will of the majority is affirmative, new legislative councils must be elected, and to them falls the obligation of executing the popular mandate. The Governments of Europe The immediate and ostensible cause of the resignation was the terms of approval in which the lieutenant-governor had replied to the address of the legislative council in reference to confederation. Wilmot and Tilley There were to be the governor, the legislative council appointed by the crown, and the representative assembly. Canada: the Empire of the North Being the Romantic Story of the New Dominion's Growth from Colony to Kingdom The Governor-General of Quebec and Lieutenant-Governor of Upper Canada were each assisted by an executive council chosen by those functionaries, and having a right to sit also in the legislative council. Canada A minute addressed to the legislative council charged the merchants with forgetting the duty they owed to society, when they offered resistance to the tax. The History of Tasmania, Volume I In 1906 the Federal Council went so far as to submit to the legislative councils a proposal intended to meet the first of these ends. The Governments of Europe A favourable answer was received from Her Majesty, but the scheme to make the legislative council elective was never carried into effect, in consequence of the opposition which it encountered in that body. Wilmot and Tilley Government.—The province as a division of the Indian empire is administered by a lieutenant-governor, first appointed 1st May 1897, with a legislative council of nine members, five of whom are officials. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 4, Part 4 "Bulgaria" to "Calgary" They devoted their whole strength to attacks on the legislative council, and to demands for an elective body. Canada Mr. Charles Cowper carried resolutions rejecting transportation in any form whatever through the legislative council without opposition. The History of Tasmania, Volume I In 1907, on the change in the title of the protectorate, the designation of the chief official was altered from commissioner to governor, and executive and legislative councils were established. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 4, Part 3 "Brescia" to "Bulgaria" Two years earlier the executive and legislative councils had been separated; but the change had made little or no improvement in the system of government. Wilmot and Tilley He persistently kept aloof from legislative councils and his loyalty to England was strictly passive. The Bastonnais Tale of the American Invasion of Canada in 1775-76 The grand legislative council, composed of individuals selected by the crown throughout the united colonies, readily assembled, and proceeded to execute the duties assigned to it. The Life of George Washington, Vol. 1 Commander in Chief of the American Forces During the War which Established the Independence of his Country and First President of the United States This able paper recommended legislative councils for all colonies capable of supporting a civil list, one third nominees, and the remainder chosen by the people. The History of Tasmania, Volume I There are also executive and legislative councils, unofficial nominated members serving on the last-named council. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 4, Part 3 "Brescia" to "Bulgaria" The legislative council has now ceased to exist, and it may be said of it that it was never a very satisfactory body for legislative purposes. Wilmot and Tilley The Governor and legislative council are to be appointed by the Crown, and full freedom of worship is guaranteed. The Canadian Commonwealth That gentleman said, "that a legislative council, appointed by the monarch, is an essential part of the British constitution." Maxims and Opinions of Field-Marshal His Grace the Duke of Wellington, Selected From His Writings and Speeches During a Public Life of More Than Half a Century Thus all the preliminary steps were taken to secure the voice of the legislative councils, and throughout the southern hemisphere no representative of the people was found to stand up as the advocate of transportation. The History of Tasmania, Volume I Legislation is by ordinances made by the governor, with the assent of the legislative council. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 4, Part 3 "Brescia" to "Bulgaria" It is not now as in times gone by, when the legislative council and executive council were one, and consequently we cannot now take the initiation of money grants. Wilmot and Tilley In 697 he visited Ireland, and took an important part in a legislative council held at Tara. An Illustrated History of Ireland from AD 400 to 1800 The legislative council would be elected from large districts and, if possible, by some cumulative system of voting. The Promise of American Life The experience of the Tasmanian legislative council had, he asserted, assisted him in forming an opinion on the character of the people. The History of Tasmania, Volume I In 1870 the legislative assembly was abolished, and a legislative council substituted—the constitution of this body being fixed, in 1892, at three official and five unofficial members. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 4, Part 3 "Brescia" to "Bulgaria" He also voted for a resolution in favour of making the legislative council elective, and that an address should be presented to Her Majesty asking her to consent to the passage of such a bill. Wilmot and Tilley Their republic was democratic, the legislative council of nine rectors and three curators being elective by the whole people. Italian Journeys But he would have the additional power of introducing legislation into a legislative council and, in case his proposed legislation were rejected or amended in an inacceptable manner, of appealing to the electorate. The Promise of American Life Having filled up the vacancies in the legislative council, Sir E. Wilmot called them together. The History of Tasmania, Volume I The governor is assisted by an executive council and by a nominated legislative council, which consists of at least three members. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 4, Part 3 "Brescia" to "Bulgaria" A bill to make the legislative council elective, which was also passed in the Lower House at the instance of the government, was defeated in the Upper Chamber. Wilmot and Tilley They found they were governed, not by men responsible to the legislature and the people, but by governors and officials who controlled both the executive and legislative councils. Lord Elgin He would, in addition, appoint all state officials except the legislative council, and perhaps the judges of the highest court. The Promise of American Life The legislative council passed several acts of great colonial consequence. The History of Tasmania, Volume I The Constitutional act of 1791 established in each province a legislative council and assembly, with powers to make laws. Canada under British Rule 1760-1900 It will destroy the harmony which should prevail in our legislative councils. A Compilation of the Messages and Papers of the Presidents Volume 4, part 3: James Knox Polk When the Usher of the Black Rod appeared at the door of the assembly chamber, to ask the attendance of the Commons in the legislative council, a scene of great excitement occurred. Lord Elgin At the same time he would be obliged constantly to meet severe criticism both as to the principle and details of his measures on the part of the legislative council. The Promise of American Life The charge for police and gaols had always been borne by the legislative council with impatience. The History of Tasmania, Volume I The sovereign might, if he thought proper, annex hereditary titles of honour to the right of being summoned to the legislative council in either province—a provision which was never brought into operation. Canada under British Rule 1760-1900 Parliament is the name of the great legislative council of Britain representing the three estates of the realm—Clergy, Lords, and Commons. The Nuttall Encyclopædia Being a Concise and Comprehensive Dictionary of General Knowledge The bill was carried in the assembly on March 9th by forty-seven votes against eighteen, and in the legislative council on the 15th, by fifteen against fourteen. Lord Elgin The action of the governor or of any member of the legislative council could be challenged by the application of the recall. The Promise of American Life No Indian can help being thrilled over the nominations and elections for legislative councils and councils of state, which are to assemble in January according to the Reform Act. Lighted to Lighten: the Hope of India The elections to the assembly took place in June, and a legislative council of fifteen influential Canadians was appointed. Canada under British Rule 1760-1900 The governor is appointed by the crown, and there are a legislative council or upper house, and an assembly or lower house. The Nuttall Encyclopædia Being a Concise and Comprehensive Dictionary of General Knowledge All of them have legislative councils and complete executive organizations similar to that of the general government at Calcutta. Modern India We have understood that you have been elected a member of the legislative council, and there is a prevalent wish that this report may prove true. Personal Memoirs of a Residence of Thirty Years with the Indian Tribes on the American Frontiers The legislative powers were vested in a president, the assembly, and a legislative council, to be chosen out of their own body. A Sketch of the life of Brig. Gen. Francis Marion and a history of his brigade In his time there grew up an official oligarchy, chiefly composed of members of the legislative council, then embodying within itself executive, legislative and judicial powers. Canada under British Rule 1760-1900 One of these legislative councils of Toledo examined and ratified the code of laws which had been compiled by a succession of Gothic kings, from the fierce Euric, to the devout Egica. History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire — Volume 3 He was no party man; having hitherto acted and conquered with regiments only, he thought he could direct legislative councils like an army, by the word of command. History of the French Revolution from 1789 to 1814 He says that the members of the legislative council are disposed to be rather menders of old laws than makers of new ones, and that they are guided by the spirit of prudence. 21st. Personal Memoirs of a Residence of Thirty Years with the Indian Tribes on the American Frontiers Such men as Mr. Collins would do the people valuable service were they chosen to fill responsible places in the legislative councils and executive departments of the State and Nation. Cleveland Past and Present Its Representative Men During the progress of the American war the legislative council was not able to meet until nearly two years after its abrupt adjournment in September, 1775. Canada under British Rule 1760-1900 It was still, of course, a small minority, but its influence was now distinctly felt in the legislative councils and in the politics of the country. The Nation in a Nutshell The governors, the executive councils, and the legislative councils were to be appointed by the Crown. Outline of Universal History He was well qualified by his talents to engage in the legislative councils of his nation, and was unsurpassed by any, for prowess and daring in the bloody field of strife. An Account of Sa-Go-Ye-Wat-Ha, or Red Jacket, and His People, 1750-1830 The legislative council was to be improved and enlarged, the number to be twelve. Speeches on Questions of Public Policy, Volume 1 The government of the province was entrusted to a governor and a legislative council appointed by the crown, "inasmuch as it was inexpedient to call an assembly." Canada under British Rule 1760-1900 In the first place, an election exclusively Mahomedan might be direct into the legislative council. Indian speeches (1907-1909) The house of representatives of the Territory, since chosen, have consequently nominated ten persons out of whom a legislative council should be appointed. A Compilation of the Messages and Papers of the Presidents Volume 1, part 3: Thomas Jefferson What sacrifice is there involved in the individual renouncing his candidature for legislative councils. Freedom's Battle Being a Comprehensive Collection of Writings and Speeches on the Present Situation Their reason for this claim is, "that the foundation of English liberty, and of all government, is a right in the people to participate in their legislative council." The Works of Samuel Johnson, Volume 06 Reviews, Political Tracts, and Lives of Eminent Persons The members of the legislative council were appointed by the crown for life, and the members of the assembly were chosen by electors possessing a small property qualification. Canada under British Rule 1760-1900 Fourthly, you might have a direct election to an electoral college by the community, and this electoral college would return a representative to the legislative council. Indian speeches (1907-1909) But they were to have a double duty: they were not only an administrative, but also a legislative council. The Great Events by Famous Historians, Volume 02 (From the Rise of Greece to the Christian Era) It was in that year that the solicitor-general of the province, in response to a request of the legislative council, presented a long report on the land-tenure situation. The Seigneurs of Old Canada : A Chronicle of New World Feudalism The general assembly, or legislature, shall consist of the governor, legislative council, and a house of representatives. The Fathers of the Constitution; a chronicle of the establishment of the Union They continued, however, to hold office "during the pleasure" of the crown, and to be called at its will to the executive and legislative councils. Canada under British Rule 1760-1900 It has been seen that the statesmen of 1791 looked to a nominated executive and legislative council, an hereditary aristocracy, and an established church, to keep the colony in hand. The Canadian Dominion; a chronicle of our northern neighbor Nor, however it came about, can I see any reason why a judge, being but an assistant or lawyer, should be member of a legislative council. The Commonwealth of Oceana On one occasion, the legislative councils were placed under military restraint by the directors. Miscellaneous Writings and Speeches — Volume 2 While it was admitted that measures should be taken to secure for the legislative council a greater degree of public confidence, the government deemed it inexpedient to make that body elective. Canada under British Rule 1760-1900 These instructions, in express terms, disapproved of a responsible executive and particularly of an elected legislative council, to obtain which was the great object of Papineau and his friends. Canada under British Rule 1760-1900 Nor did the differences between the assembly and the legislative council ever assume such serious proportions as they did in the French province. Canada under British Rule 1760-1900 The first legislative council under the Quebec Act was not appointed until the beginning of August, 1775. Canada under British Rule 1760-1900 Then, again, directors were deposed by the legislative councils. Miscellaneous Writings and Speeches — Volume 2 Still later, provision was made for the gradual establishment of an elective legislative council, so long and earnestly demanded by the old legislature of Lower Canada. Canada under British Rule 1760-1900 He became a member of both the executive and legislative councils in 1816 and 1817, and exercised continuously until the union of 1841 a singular influence in the government of the province. Canada under British Rule 1760-1900 He was unable to secure a promise that the constitution of 1791 should be repealed, and the legislative council of the Quebec act again given the supremacy in the province. Canada under British Rule 1760-1900 In the course of time, the whole effort of the Liberal or Reform party, which gathered strength after 1815, was directed against the power of the legislative council. Canada under British Rule 1760-1900 It is believed that the governor's action was largely influenced by the statements and advice of Chief Justice Sewell, the head of the legislative council and the official class. Canada under British Rule 1760-1900 This bureaucracy permeated all branches of government—the executive, the legislative council, and even the assembly where for years there sat several members holding offices of emolument under the crown. Canada under British Rule 1760-1900 The key-note of the whole document is an elective legislative council, which would inevitably increase the power of the French Canadians and place the British in a hopeless minority. Canada under British Rule 1760-1900 The first executive council, which was also the legislative council, comprised some of the most eminent men of the Loyalist migration. Canada under British Rule 1760-1900 The legislative council was to be appointed by the king for life, in Upper Canada it was to consist of not less than seven, and in Lower Canada of not less than fifteen members. Canada under British Rule 1760-1900 |
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