Bill · started in the Lords
Refugees (Family Reunion) Bill [HL]
A Bill to make provision for leave to enter or remain in the United Kingdom to be granted to the family members of refugees and of people granted humanitarian protection; and to provide for legal aid to be made available in such cases.
In progress
Current stage: 1st reading (Commons)
The story so farThe Refugees (Family Reunion) Bill was introduced in the House of Lords on 23 May 2022 by Baroness Ludford (Liberal Democrat). It is now at first reading in the House of Commons. First reading is the formal introduction, with no debate; the substantive debate comes at second reading.
Progress through Parliament
- 1st reading Lords 23 May 2022
- 2nd reading Lords 8 Jul 2022
- Order of Commitment discharged Lords 1 Nov 2022
- 3rd reading Lords 3 Feb 2023
- 1st reading Commons 6 Feb 2023
Source: the official bill page. Last updated 2 Nov 2023.