4.6 Manage interim supply period (Agencies)
'Supply period' relates to the interim period when Parliament are debating, but have not yet passed, the Appropriation Bills. Supply refers to the provision of funding to allow agencies to continue their operations prior to the passage of the Appropriation Bills.
This is generally an administrative issue, but could become problematic if there are delays in the passage of the Appropriation Bills for any reason.
Governance
Provisions for supply are included within the Financial Administration and Audit Act 1977.
Timing
The supply period will occur from the beginning of each financial year until the Appropriation Bills have been passed by Parliament.
Further information
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Financial Administration and Audit Act 1977, Division 4: Appropriation and Supply.
Last reviewed 23 July 2009

