Steel Industry (Special Measures) Act

What the bill does

A Bill to make provision about powers to secure the continued and safe use of assets of a steel undertaking.

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.

Read the full guide to this stage: What happens at Royal Assent

Questions about the Steel Industry (Special Measures) Act

What stage is the Steel Industry (Special Measures) Act at?

The Steel Industry (Special Measures) Act has received Royal Assent and is now an Act of Parliament.

Has the Steel Industry (Special Measures) Act become law?

Yes. The Steel Industry (Special Measures) Act has received Royal Assent and is now an Act of Parliament.

Who sponsored the Steel Industry (Special Measures) Act?

The Steel Industry (Special Measures) Act was sponsored by Jonathan Reynolds.

When was the Steel Industry (Special Measures) Act introduced?

It was introduced to Parliament on 12 April 2025, at first reading.

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