Bill · started in the Lords

Public Authority Algorithmic and Automated Decision-Making Systems Bill [HL]

A Bill to regulate the use of automated and algorithmic tools in decision-making processes in the public sector; to require public authorities to complete an impact assessment of automated and algorithmic decision-making systems; to ensure the adoption of transparency standards for such systems; and for connected purposes.

In progress Current stage: 1st reading (Commons)

The story so farThe Public Authority Algorithmic and Automated Decision-Making Systems Bill was introduced in the House of Lords on 9 September 2024 by Lord Clement-Jones (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.

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Progress through Parliament

  1. 1st reading Lords 9 Sep 2024
  2. 2nd reading Lords 13 Dec 2024
  3. Order of Commitment discharged Lords 20 Jan 2025
  4. 3rd reading Lords 7 Feb 2025
  5. 1st reading Commons Current

Source: the official bill page. Last updated 5 May 2026.