Military Operations Bill

What the bill does

A Bill to make provision about the authorisation and use of force during or in connection with military operations; to make provision about civil and criminal proceedings, inquests and investigations relating to military operations; to make provision about certain inquiries relating to the use of force during military operations; 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 Military Operations Bill

What stage is the Military Operations Bill at?

The Military Operations Bill is currently at 2nd reading in the UK Parliament.

Has the Military Operations Bill become law?

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

What happens next to the Military Operations Bill?

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

Who sponsored the Military Operations Bill?

The Military Operations Bill was sponsored by David Davis.

When was the Military Operations Bill introduced?

It was introduced to Parliament on 7 September 2026, at first reading.

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