Armed Forces Commissioner Act

What the bill does

A Bill to establish, and confer functions on, the Armed Forces Commissioner; to abolish the office of Service Complaints Ombudsman; 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.

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Questions about the Armed Forces Commissioner Act

What stage is the Armed Forces Commissioner Act at?

The Armed Forces Commissioner Act has received Royal Assent and is now an Act of Parliament.

Has the Armed Forces Commissioner Act become law?

Yes. The Armed Forces Commissioner Act has received Royal Assent and is now an Act of Parliament.

Who sponsored the Armed Forces Commissioner Act?

The Armed Forces Commissioner Act was sponsored by John Healey.

When was the Armed Forces Commissioner Act introduced?

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

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