Youth Mobility Scheme (EU Countries) Bill

What the bill does

A Bill to require the Secretary of State to enter into negotiations with countries which are members of the European Union for the purpose of extending the Youth Mobility Scheme to applicants from those countries on a reciprocal basis; 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 Youth Mobility Scheme (EU Countries) Bill

What stage is the Youth Mobility Scheme (EU Countries) Bill at?

The Youth Mobility Scheme (EU Countries) Bill is currently at 2nd reading in the UK Parliament.

Has the Youth Mobility Scheme (EU Countries) Bill become law?

Not yet. A bill becomes law only when it has passed both Houses and received Royal Assent. The Youth Mobility Scheme (EU Countries) Bill is currently at 2nd reading.

What happens next to the Youth Mobility Scheme (EU Countries) Bill?

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

Who sponsored the Youth Mobility Scheme (EU Countries) Bill?

The Youth Mobility Scheme (EU Countries) Bill was sponsored by James MacCleary.

When was the Youth Mobility Scheme (EU Countries) Bill introduced?

It was introduced to Parliament on 15 January 2025, at first reading.

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