Rail Passengers’ Charter Bill

What the bill does

A Bill to establish a Rail Passengers’ Charter, setting out certain guarantees and targets in relation to the provision of passenger rail services; to make provision for penalties for failures to comply with the Charter; 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 Rail Passengers’ Charter Bill

What stage is the Rail Passengers’ Charter Bill at?

The Rail Passengers’ Charter Bill is currently at 2nd reading in the UK Parliament.

Has the Rail Passengers’ Charter Bill become law?

Not yet. A bill becomes law only when it has passed both Houses and received Royal Assent. The Rail Passengers’ Charter Bill is currently at 2nd reading.

What happens next to the Rail Passengers’ Charter Bill?

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

Who sponsored the Rail Passengers’ Charter Bill?

The Rail Passengers’ Charter Bill was sponsored by Olly Glover.

When was the Rail Passengers’ Charter Bill introduced?

It was introduced to Parliament on 21 January 2026, at first reading.

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