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National Security Act 2023
Summary
The National Security Act 2023 is a law that strengthens the UK government's ability to deal with national security threats. It creates new offences (illegal activities) related to spying and foreign interference, and gives security agencies expanded powers to investigate and prevent these activities.
A vote to support means
- —Supporters believe this Act helps protect the UK from serious threats like terrorism, espionage, and foreign interference. They argue it gives security agencies better tools to investigate and stop dangerous activities before they cause harm.
A vote to oppose means
- —Critics worry the Act gives too much power to the government and could be used to spy on ordinary people unfairly. They're concerned it might limit free speech and protest rights, and that there aren't enough safeguards to stop misuse.
Cast Your Vote
People's Vote3 votes
67% Support · 233% Oppose · 1
Parliament's Vote488 MPs
59% Ayes · 28941% Noes · 199
Democratic Gap
8% — Small gap
Bill Passage
Commons
- 1st reading11 May 2022
- 2nd reading6 Jun 2022
- Committee stage7 Jul 2022
- Report stage16 Nov 2022
- 3rd reading16 Nov 2022
Lords
- 1st reading17 Nov 2022
- 2nd reading6 Dec 2022
- Committee stage19 Dec 2022
- Report stage1 Mar 2023
- 3rd reading13 Mar 2023
Royal Assent11 Jul 2023
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