Online Services (Age Restrictions) Bill

What the bill does

A Bill to make provision to restrict access to online services, including social media, by children in certain circumstances; 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 Online Services (Age Restrictions) Bill

What stage is the Online Services (Age Restrictions) Bill at?

The Online Services (Age Restrictions) Bill is currently at 2nd reading in the UK Parliament.

Has the Online Services (Age Restrictions) Bill become law?

Not yet. A bill becomes law only when it has passed both Houses and received Royal Assent. The Online Services (Age Restrictions) Bill is currently at 2nd reading.

What happens next to the Online Services (Age Restrictions) Bill?

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

Who sponsored the Online Services (Age Restrictions) Bill?

The Online Services (Age Restrictions) Bill was sponsored by Munira Wilson.

When was the Online Services (Age Restrictions) Bill introduced?

It was introduced to Parliament on 24 February 2026, at first reading.

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