Bill · started in the Commons
Service Animals (Offences) Bill
A Bill to make it an offence to attack service animals, including police dogs and horses; to make certain offences aggravated when perpetrated against such animals; and for connected purposes.
In progress
Current stage: 2nd reading (Commons)
The story so farThe Service Animals (Offences) Bill was introduced in the House of Commons on 5 December 2017 by Sir Oliver Heald (Conservative). It is now at second reading in the House of Commons. Second reading is the first debate on the overall principle of the bill; if the bill clears it, detailed committee scrutiny follows.
Progress through Parliament
- 1st reading Commons 5 Dec 2017
- 2nd reading Commons 15 Jun 2018
Source: the official bill page. Last updated 15 Jun 2018.