In the United Kingdom, Queen's Consent (not to be confused with Royal Assent) is required before either House of Parliament can debate a Bill affecting the prerogative of the Crown or the interests (hereditary revenues, personal property or other interests) of the Crown, the Duchy of Lancaster or the Duchy of Cornwall. In the case of the Duchy of Cornwall, "Prince's Consent" must also be obtained.
Hereditary revenues include ultimus haeres, treasure trove, and bona vacantia.
By contrast, Royal Assent is the Sovereign formally approving a Bill that has been debated and passed by both Houses of Parliament, leading to the Bill being enacted into law as an Act of Parliament.
Read more about Queen's Consent: Cases Where Consent Has Not Been Given, Prince's Consent, Church Measures, Freedom of Information Request
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