What is the difference between a law and a regulation?

Answer

Laws are made by Parliament; regulations are made by government under authority of laws

Explanation

Laws (Acts) are passed by Parliament. Regulations are rules made by ministers or agencies under powers given to them by Parliament.

Why this matters for your test

This distinction shows delegation of authority from Parliament.

Source: Australian Citizenship: Our Common Bond (2024)

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