Military Action Bill

In progress

Currently at: 2nd reading in the Commons.

Originated in CommonsUpdated 5 May 2026

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Long title

A Bill to require parliamentary approval for the deployment of UK armed forces for armed conflict; to provide for exemptions from that requirement in cases of emergency or in respect of compliance with treaty obligations; to make provision for retrospective parliamentary approval in certain circumstances; and for connected purposes.

Progress through Parliament

1st reading· Commons
21 October 2024 – 21 October 2024
2nd reading· Commons
12 September 2025 – 12 September 2025

Source: UK Parliament Bills API. Bill ID: 3795.