Protection of Children (Removal of Police Discretion) Bill
In progressCurrently at: 2nd reading in the Commons.
Originated in CommonsUpdated 30 March 2015
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Long title
A Bill to require the Secretary of State to remove the discretionary decision-making power afforded to police officers in charging individuals with rape in cases relating to acts of sexual intercourse involving persons aged under 16; and for connected purposes.
Progress through Parliament
- 1st reading· Commons
25 March 2015 – 25 March 2015
- 2nd reading· Commons
Source: UK Parliament Bills API. Bill ID: 1568.