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Unauthorised Entry to Football Matches Act 2026

Act of Parliament

This bill passed all stages in both Houses and received Royal Assent.

Originated in CommonsCurrently in UnassignedUpdated 23 January 2026

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Long title

A Bill to create an offence of unauthorised entry at football matches for which a football banning order can be imposed following conviction.

Progress through Parliament

  1. 1st reading· Commons

    16 October 2024 – 16 October 2024

  2. 2nd reading· Commons

    7 March 2025 – 7 March 2025

  3. Committee stage· Commons

    25 June 2025 – 25 June 2025

  4. Report stage· Commons

    11 July 2025 – 11 July 2025

  5. 3rd reading· Commons

    11 July 2025 – 11 July 2025

  6. 1st reading· Lords

    14 July 2025 – 14 July 2025

  7. 2nd reading· Lords

    24 October 2025 – 24 October 2025

  8. Order of Commitment discharged· Lords

    17 December 2025 – 17 December 2025

  9. 3rd reading· Lords

    16 January 2026 – 16 January 2026

  10. Royal Assent· Unassigned

    22 January 2026 – 22 January 2026

Source: UK Parliament Bills API. Bill ID: 3786.