Non-Consensual Sexually Explicit Images and Videos (Offences) Bill [HL]

What the bill does

A Bill to create offences relating to the taking of a non-consensual sexually explicit photograph or film; and the creation of, or solicitation to create, a non-consensual digitally produced sexually explicit photograph or film; and for connected purposes.

Progress through Parliament

What 1st reading means, and what happens next

First reading is the formal introduction of the bill. There is no debate and no vote. The bill is simply presented and printed.

Second reading follows, usually a few weeks later, and is the first opportunity for MPs or peers to debate the principle of the bill.

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

Questions about the Non-Consensual Sexually Explicit Images and Videos (Offences) Bill [HL]

What stage is the Non-Consensual Sexually Explicit Images and Videos (Offences) Bill [HL] at?

The Non-Consensual Sexually Explicit Images and Videos (Offences) Bill [HL] is currently at 1st reading in the UK Parliament.

Has the Non-Consensual Sexually Explicit Images and Videos (Offences) Bill [HL] become law?

Not yet. A bill becomes law only when it has passed both Houses and received Royal Assent. The Non-Consensual Sexually Explicit Images and Videos (Offences) Bill [HL] is currently at 1st reading.

What happens next to the Non-Consensual Sexually Explicit Images and Videos (Offences) Bill [HL]?

Second reading follows, usually a few weeks later, and is the first opportunity for MPs or peers to debate the principle of the bill.

Who sponsored the Non-Consensual Sexually Explicit Images and Videos (Offences) Bill [HL]?

The Non-Consensual Sexually Explicit Images and Videos (Offences) Bill [HL] was sponsored by Baroness Owen of Alderley Edge.

When was the Non-Consensual Sexually Explicit Images and Videos (Offences) Bill [HL] introduced?

It was introduced to Parliament on 6 September 2024, at first reading.

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