Mortgage Prisoners Inquiry Bill [HL]

What the bill does

A Bill to establish an inquiry into the events surrounding the creation of mortgage prisoners, their consequences and any other relevant matters; 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 Mortgage Prisoners Inquiry Bill [HL]

What stage is the Mortgage Prisoners Inquiry Bill [HL] at?

The Mortgage Prisoners Inquiry Bill [HL] is currently at 1st reading in the UK Parliament.

Has the Mortgage Prisoners Inquiry Bill [HL] become law?

Not yet. A bill becomes law only when it has passed both Houses and received Royal Assent. The Mortgage Prisoners Inquiry Bill [HL] is currently at 1st reading.

What happens next to the Mortgage Prisoners Inquiry 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 Mortgage Prisoners Inquiry Bill [HL]?

The Mortgage Prisoners Inquiry Bill [HL] was sponsored by Lord Sharkey.

When was the Mortgage Prisoners Inquiry Bill [HL] introduced?

It was introduced to Parliament on 11 September 2024, at first reading.

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