Mental Capacity (Duty to Assess) Bill

In progress

Currently at: 2nd reading in the Commons.

Originated in CommonsUpdated 9 July 2026

Where do you stand on this bill?

React anonymously — no account, no name, just a click.

Long title

A Bill to require persons discharging functions on behalf of certain other persons to assess the mental capacity of those persons in specified circumstances; and for connected purposes.

Progress through Parliament

1st reading· Commons
8 July 2026 – 8 July 2026
2nd reading· Commons
29 January 2027 – 29 January 2027

Source: UK Parliament Bills API. Bill ID: 4261.