Promulgation
Promulgation is the act of formally proclaiming new
legislation to the public. This occurs when the law receives final formal approval. It is generally performed by the
head of state who either acts in accordance with constitutional rules or convention. In the
United Kingdom and in
Commonwealth Realms, promulgation is performed when granting the
Royal Assent. In the
Republic of Ireland, all laws passed by the
Oireachtas are promulgated by the
President of Ireland as required by Articles 13.3 and 25.1-5 of the
Constitution of Ireland. In the
Isle of Man, laws are promulgated annually on
Tynwald Day; any Act that is not promulgated with in eighteen months of passage ceases to remain valid.