Statute of Westminster

noun

1. the act of Parliament (1931) that formally recognized the independence of the dominions within the Empire

Example Sentences

"What’s more, with the Statute of Westminster of 1931, Canada’s relationship to Britain was spelled out as one of equal, independent nations," the editorial explains.

From Fox News

In 1931, the statute of Westminster gave legal recognition to an independent Canada, but the British parliament had retained, at Canada’s request, the power to alter royal succession law.

From The Guardian

The same power was guaranteed by the Statute of Westminster II against the claims of neighbours.

From Project Gutenberg

This abuse led to the passing of the statute of Westminster, the second, chap.

From Project Gutenberg

Fifteen years after Gallipoli, the Statute of Westminster wound up the Empire as far as the old dominions were concerned and all the bits were free.

From BBC