Nature’s Rights Bill [HL]

What the bill does

A Bill to recognise Nature as a legal subject; establish and protect the rights of Nature; establish a legal duty of care for public bodies, businesses, and individuals; provide procedural rights for the protection of Nature; establish an Integrated Rights Framework; establish mechanisms for dispute resolution and legal enforcement; make provision about Parliamentary scrutiny; establish a Nature Guardianship Council and Bioregional Councils; establish a Nature’s Rights Tribunal; create a governance structure for implementation and integration; provide for phased implementation and periodic review; ensure compliance with international environmental obligations; promote public awareness and education; and for connected purposes.

Progress through Parliament

What Committee stage means, and what happens next

At committee stage the bill is examined clause by clause and amendments are proposed, debated and voted on. This is where most changes are made.

Report stage follows, giving the whole House a chance to consider the amended bill and propose further changes.

Read the full guide to this stage: What happens at committee stage of a bill

Questions about the Nature’s Rights Bill [HL]

What stage is the Nature’s Rights Bill [HL] at?

The Nature’s Rights Bill [HL] is currently at Committee stage in the UK Parliament.

Has the Nature’s Rights Bill [HL] become law?

Not yet. A bill becomes law only when it has passed both Houses and received Royal Assent. The Nature’s Rights Bill [HL] is currently at Committee stage.

What happens next to the Nature’s Rights Bill [HL]?

Report stage follows, giving the whole House a chance to consider the amended bill and propose further changes.

Who sponsored the Nature’s Rights Bill [HL]?

The Nature’s Rights Bill [HL] was sponsored by Baroness Bennett of Manor Castle.

When was the Nature’s Rights Bill [HL] introduced?

It was introduced to Parliament on 1 June 2026, at first reading.

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