Public Services (Targets) Bill

What the bill does

A Bill to require the Government to set targets for the provision of public services and amenities, having regard to targets for the building of new homes; to require the Government to publish a report of progress against such targets every three years; to require the Government to consult local authorities to assess requirements for public services; 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 Public Services (Targets) Bill

What stage is the Public Services (Targets) Bill at?

The Public Services (Targets) Bill is currently at 2nd reading in the UK Parliament.

Has the Public Services (Targets) Bill become law?

Not yet. A bill becomes law only when it has passed both Houses and received Royal Assent. The Public Services (Targets) Bill is currently at 2nd reading.

What happens next to the Public Services (Targets) Bill?

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

Who sponsored the Public Services (Targets) Bill?

The Public Services (Targets) Bill was sponsored by Olly Glover.

When was the Public Services (Targets) Bill introduced?

It was introduced to Parliament on 21 October 2024, at first reading.

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