Neurodivergence (Screening and Teacher Training) Bill

What the bill does

A Bill to make provision about screening for neurodivergence in primary school-aged children; to make provision about teacher training relating to neurodivergence; 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 Neurodivergence (Screening and Teacher Training) Bill

What stage is the Neurodivergence (Screening and Teacher Training) Bill at?

The Neurodivergence (Screening and Teacher Training) Bill is currently at 2nd reading in the UK Parliament.

Has the Neurodivergence (Screening and Teacher Training) Bill become law?

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

What happens next to the Neurodivergence (Screening and Teacher Training) Bill?

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

Who sponsored the Neurodivergence (Screening and Teacher Training) Bill?

The Neurodivergence (Screening and Teacher Training) Bill was sponsored by Adam Dance.

When was the Neurodivergence (Screening and Teacher Training) Bill introduced?

It was introduced to Parliament on 10 September 2025, at first reading.

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