Women, Peace and Security Bill [HL]

What the bill does

A Bill to support women in UK-sponsored and supported conflict prevention, peace processes, mediation and diplomatic delegations; to ensure systematic gender consideration and responsiveness in UK foreign and defence policy; and for connected purposes.

Progress through Parliament

What 2nd reading means, and what happens next

Second reading is the first full debate on the principle of the bill. The House votes on whether it should proceed at all.

If it passes, the bill goes to committee stage, where it is examined line by line and amendments are considered.

Read the full guide to this stage: What happens at second reading of a bill

Questions about the Women, Peace and Security Bill [HL]

What stage is the Women, Peace and Security Bill [HL] at?

The Women, Peace and Security Bill [HL] is currently at 2nd reading in the UK Parliament.

Has the Women, Peace and Security Bill [HL] become law?

Not yet. A bill becomes law only when it has passed both Houses and received Royal Assent. The Women, Peace and Security Bill [HL] is currently at 2nd reading.

What happens next to the Women, Peace and Security Bill [HL]?

If it passes, the bill goes to committee stage, where it is examined line by line and amendments are considered.

Who sponsored the Women, Peace and Security Bill [HL]?

The Women, Peace and Security Bill [HL] was sponsored by Baroness Hodgson of Abinger.

When was the Women, Peace and Security Bill [HL] introduced?

It was introduced to Parliament on 4 September 2024, at first reading.

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