Bill · started in the Commons

Prime Minister (Nomination) and Cabinet (Appointment) Bill

A Bill to make provision for the House of Commons to nominate the Prime Minister and approve appointments to the Cabinet; and for connected purposes.

In progress Current stage: 2nd reading (Commons)

The story so farThe Prime Minister (Nomination) and Cabinet (Appointment) Bill was introduced in the House of Commons on 23 May 2024 by Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party). 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

  1. 1st reading Commons 23 May 2024
  2. 2nd reading Commons Current

Source: the official bill page. Last updated 12 Feb 2025.