What is the purpose of a Proclamation continuing in force?
The purpose of a Proclamation continuing in force is to extend the period of its operation for an additional six months if both Houses of Parliament pass a resolution approving its continuance. If the House of the People dissolves during this period, and a resolution approving the Proclamation has been passed by the Council of States but not by the House of the People, then the Proclamation will cease to operate after thirty days from the date when the House of the People is reconstituted unless it passes a resolution approving the Proclamation's continuance.