These are not official government bills and are called private member's bills. Such bills may also be introduced by the loyal opposition — members of the opposition party or parties. A private member's bill is not a private bill and the two should not be confused. A private member's bill is usually a public bill in that it is intended to have general effect. However, very few such bills go on to become law. See also Legislation Legislative intent Plain meaning rule Statutory interpretation Strict constructionism Textualism References External links Parliamentary Fact Sheets United Kingdom