Victims and Prisoners Act 2024

What the bill does

A Bill to make provision about victims of criminal conduct and others affected by criminal conduct; about the appointment and functions of advocates for victims of major incidents; about the release of prisoners; about the membership and functions of the Parole Board; to prohibit certain prisoners from forming a marriage or civil partnership; and for connected purposes.

Progress through Parliament

What Royal Assent means, and what happens next

The bill has received Royal Assent and is now an Act of Parliament.

Its provisions come into force on the date the Act specifies, which may be immediately, on a set date, or when a minister makes a commencement order.

Read the full guide to this stage: What happens at Royal Assent

Questions about the Victims and Prisoners Act 2024

What stage is the Victims and Prisoners Act 2024 at?

The Victims and Prisoners Act 2024 has received Royal Assent and is now an Act of Parliament.

Has the Victims and Prisoners Act 2024 become law?

Yes. The Victims and Prisoners Act 2024 has received Royal Assent and is now an Act of Parliament.

Who sponsored the Victims and Prisoners Act 2024?

The Victims and Prisoners Act 2024 was sponsored by Dominic Raab.

When was the Victims and Prisoners Act 2024 introduced?

It was introduced to Parliament on 29 March 2023, at first reading.

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