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Bill · started in the Commons

Elections Bill

A Bill to introduce a system of proportional representation for local authority elections in England and for parliamentary general elections; to alter the methods used for electing the Mayor of London, for electing other directly-elected mayors in England and for electing police and crime commissioners in England and Wales; and for connected purposes.

In progress Current stage: 1st reading (Commons)

The story so farThe Elections Bill was introduced in the House of Commons on 21 March 2023 by Cat Smith (Labour). 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

  1. 1st reading Commons 21 Mar 2023

Source: the official bill page. Last updated 31 Oct 2023.