British Sovereignty Protection (Chagos Islands) Bill [HL]
In progressCurrently at: 2nd reading in the Lords.
Originated in LordsUpdated 9 September 2026
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Long title
A Bill to affirm and protect the sovereignty of the United Kingdom over the Chagos Islands and the British Indian Ocean Territory; to make provision restricting the cession or transfer of sovereignty without the approval of Parliament and without the consent of the Chagossian people; to provide for the protection of the Territory’s strategic and defence importance; and for connected purposes.
Progress through Parliament
- 1st reading· Lords
5 June 2026 – 5 June 2026
- 2nd reading· Lords
Source: UK Parliament Bills API. Bill ID: 4139.