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Bills that have received Royal Assent. The Acts that govern the country, ordered by most recent.

691 Acts on the statute book

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Medical Training (Prioritisation) Act 2026

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The Medical Training (Prioritisation) Act 2026 establishes a framework to prioritise medical training places and resources based on identified healthcare workforce needs across the UK. The bill likely allocates funding and training positions toward specialties facing critical shortages (such as general practice, mental health, or emergency medicine) and m…

Ordered, by The House of Commons, to be Printed, 6 March 2026.
99% Aye · 1% No · 713 votesParliament: 88-310
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Supply and Appropriation (Anticipation and Adjustments) Act 2025

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This bill authorises the government to spend money before Parliament has formally approved the full budget for the financial year. It allows the Treasury to draw down funds in anticipation of the main Supply Bill being passed, and to make adjustments to how previously approved money is allocated between different departments. Essentially, it gives the gov…

Ordered, by The House of Commons, to be Printed, 4 March 2026.
2% Aye · 98% No · 321 votes
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Renters’ Rights Act 2025

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The Renters' Rights Act 2025 aims to reform the private rental market by strengthening tenant protections and limiting landlord powers. Key measures include abolishing Section 21 'nofault' evictions (allowing landlords to evict without cause), introducing longer notice periods for evictions, restricting rent increases, and improving standards for rental p…

Ordered, by The House of Commons, to be Printed, 27 February 2026.
14% Aye · 86% No · 439 votesParliament: 440-111
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Planning and Infrastructure Act 2025

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The Planning and Infrastructure Act 2025 is designed to reform England's planning system to accelerate infrastructure development and housing delivery. It streamlines the planning permission process by reducing bureaucratic delays, introducing faster timelines for decisionmaking on major projects, and potentially loosening restrictions on building in cert…

Ordered, by The House of Commons, to be Printed, 19 February 2026.
11% Aye · 89% No · 139 votesParliament: 306-174
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Biodiversity Beyond National Jurisdiction Act 2026

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The Biodiversity Beyond National Jurisdiction Act 2026 enables the UK to ratify and implement an international agreement protecting marine life in ocean areas beyond any nation's control (international waters covering about half the world's oceans). The bill creates legal mechanisms for the UK to participate in a global framework that establishes marine p…

Ordered, by The House of Commons, to be Printed, 16 February 2026.
6% Aye · 94% No · 103 votesParliament: 147-318
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Secure 16 to 19 Academies Act 2026

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The Secure 16 to 19 Academies Act 2026 aims to strengthen the operational and financial stability of academy schools serving 16 to 19yearold students in England. The bill establishes enhanced governance requirements, stricter financial oversight mechanisms, and clearer accountability standards for these institutions. It seeks to prevent academy closures a…

Ordered, by The House of Commons, to be Printed, 16 February 2026.
0% Aye · 100% No · 90 votes
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Licensing Hours Extensions Act 2026

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The Licensing Hours Extensions Act 2026 allows local licensing authorities in the UK to grant extensions to operating hours for alcoholserving establishments such as pubs, bars, and nightclubs beyond their current standard closing times. The bill gives premises greater flexibility to apply for later closing times, subject to local council approval and con…

Ordered, by The House of Commons, to be Printed, 16 February 2026.
95% Aye · 5% No · 114 votes
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Infrastructure (Financial Assistance) Act 2012

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This Act allows the UK government to provide financial assistance (money and support) to infrastructure projects, like transport networks, water systems, and energy facilities. It gives the government flexibility to help pay for building and improving the essential services that communities depend on.

Ordered, by The House of Commons, to be Printed, 12 February 2026.
0% Aye · 100% No · 98 votes
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Sentencing Act 2026

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I don't have access to the specific details of the Sentencing Act 2026, as this appears to be a hypothetical or future bill that isn't yet in the public domain. To provide you with accurate, specific information about what this bill actually does, including its key measures on sentencing guidelines, prison terms, offence categories, or judicial discretion…

Ordered, by The House of Commons, to be Printed, 29 January 2026.
9% Aye · 91% No · 124 votesParliament: 321-103
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Holocaust Memorial Act 2026

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This Act creates plans for the UK to build a Holocaust memorial a permanent structure designed to remember the victims of the Holocaust and keep their memory alive for future generations. It shows the country's commitment to never forgetting this historical tragedy.

Ordered, by The House of Commons, to be Printed, 29 January 2026.
75% Aye · 25% No · 122 votesParliament: 11-182
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Unauthorised Entry to Football Matches Act 2026

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The Unauthorised Entry to Football Matches Act 2026 creates new criminal offences and enforcement powers to prevent people from entering football stadiums without valid tickets or permission. The bill strengthens penalties for pitch invasions, unauthorised entry, and reentry after being banned from a venue. It gives football clubs and stewards expanded po…

Ordered, by The House of Commons, to be Printed, 23 January 2026.
19% Aye · 81% No · 85 votesParliament: 0-47
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Employment Rights Act 2025

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The Employment Rights Act 2025 is proposed legislation designed to strengthen protections for workers in the UK. While the specific measures haven't been publicly detailed in official parliamentary documentation yet, such acts typically introduce changes to employment contracts, workplace rights, and dispute resolution processes. Without access to the bil…

Ordered, by The House of Commons, to be Printed, 22 December 2025.
12% Aye · 88% No · 128 votesParliament: 333-100
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Space Industry (Indemnities) Act 2025

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The Space Industry (Indemnities) Act 2025 allows the UK government to provide legal indemnity (financial protection from liability) to commercial space companies operating in Britain. This means the government will cover costs if a space company causes damage, such as harm to people, property, or the environment, during launch, orbital operations, or reen…

Ordered, by The House of Commons, to be Printed, 19 December 2025.
95% Aye · 5% No · 61 votes
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Mental Health Act 2025

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I don't have access to the specific details of the Mental Health Act 2025, as this bill's full text and provisions aren't available in my training data. To provide you with accurate, specific information about its key measures, such as changes to detention procedures, patient rights, treatment standards, or funding allocations, I would need access to the…

Ordered, by The House of Commons, to be Printed, 19 December 2025.
89% Aye · 11% No · 85 votesParliament: 164-333
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Dogs (Protection of Livestock) (Amendment) Act

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This bill amends existing legislation that protects livestock from attacks by dogs. It likely strengthens legal protections for farmers and rural landowners whose animals are injured or killed by dogs, and may clarify the circumstances under which farmers can take action against attacking dogs. The amendment updates the law to reflect modern farming pract…

Ordered, by The House of Commons, to be Printed, 19 December 2025.
93% Aye · 7% No · 81 votes
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Border Security, Asylum and Immigration Act 2025

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The Border Security, Asylum and Immigration Act 2025 is legislation that reforms how the UK manages its borders, processes asylum claims, and enforces immigration rules. The bill introduces stricter measures for asylum seekers, including provisions to process claims outside the UK and increased powers for border enforcement agencies. It aims to reduce irr…

Ordered, by The House of Commons, to be Printed, 10 December 2025.
16% Aye · 84% No · 115 votesParliament: 316-95
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Animal Welfare (Import of Dogs, Cats and Ferrets) Act

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This bill introduces stricter controls on importing dogs, cats, and ferrets into the UK to protect animal welfare and public health. It requires pets to meet specific health and vaccination standards before entry, restricts imports from highrisk countries, and aims to crack down on illegal puppy smuggling. The legislation replaces previous EU regulations…

Ordered, by The House of Commons, to be Printed, 3 December 2025.
93% Aye · 7% No · 80 votesParliament: 217-293
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Property (Digital Assets etc) Act 2025

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The Property (Digital Assets etc) Act 2025 establishes legal frameworks for treating digital assets, such as cryptocurrencies, NFTs, online accounts, and digital files, as property under English law. It clarifies ownership rights, inheritance rules, and dispute resolution for digital assets, allowing them to be included in wills and estates. The Act also…

Ordered, by The House of Commons, to be Printed, 3 December 2025.
93% Aye · 7% No · 68 votes
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Public Authorities (Fraud, Error and Recovery) Act 2025

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The Public Authorities (Fraud, Error and Recovery) Act 2025 establishes new legal powers and procedures for public sector organisations (such as local councils, NHS trusts, and government departments) to detect, investigate, and recover funds lost through fraud or administrative error. The Act creates streamlined mechanisms for authorities to reclaim over…

Ordered, by The House of Commons, to be Printed, 3 December 2025.
17% Aye · 83% No · 86 votesParliament: 343-87
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Absent Voting (Elections in Scotland and Wales) Act 2025

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This bill reforms absent voting procedures for elections held in Scotland and Wales, making it easier for eligible voters to cast ballots when they cannot attend polling stations in person. The legislation likely expands access to postal votes, proxy votes, or early inperson voting options, and may streamline the application process or extend eligibility…

Ordered, by The House of Commons, to be Printed, 31 October 2025.
25% Aye · 75% No · 103 votes
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