Jurisdiction
The Act states:
- "A measure may relate to any matter concerning the Church of England, and may extend to the amendment or repeal in whole or in part of any Act of Parliament, including this Act".
However, a measure may not affect the "composition or powers or duties" of the Ecclesiastical Committee, or the procedure in Parliament for passing measures.
Read more about this topic: Church Of England Assembly (Powers) Act 1919
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