not binding

Hudson's directive, of course, is not binding, and there is nothing stopping lawmakers from continuing to hold in-person events.

The bill replaces the CFIUS’s authority—strong enough to slow or kill many a deal, but technically not binding—with the full force of law and gives the Supreme Court authority to make a final determination.

However, the verdict is only advisory and not binding and it will be up to deputy prime minister and communities secretary Angela Rayner to decide whether to grant permission or not.

The council's verdict is advisory, not binding, as the power to formally approve or reject the proposal has been taken out of their hands by the government.

The law, he has said, is unconstitutional and therefore not binding.