Bill · started in the Commons

Infants, Parents and Carers Bill

A Bill to make provision about support for infants, parents and carers of infants, and prospective parents and carers, including provision relating to assessment of needs and to reporting requirements relating to such support; and for connected purposes.

The story so farThe Infants, Parents and Carers Bill was introduced in the House of Commons on 17 June 2026 by Sir Desmond Swayne (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.

Sponsor

• Sir Desmond Swayne Conservative Primary sponsor

Progress through Parliament

Source: the official bill page. Last updated 18 Jun 2026.