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UK Parliament · Public Bill · No. 2553

Public Advocate Bill [HL]

[As Introduced]
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This bill would create a new independent 'Public Advocate' who can help ordinary people challenge unfair decisions made by public services and hold those services accountable. The advocate would investigate complaints and push for improvements when things go wrong, giving people a clearer voice when dealing with government organisations.

Presented by Lord Wills.
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Bill passage

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  • 1st reading15 Jan 2020
  • 2nd reading