Bill · started in the Commons
Registration of Stillbirths (England and Wales) Bill
A Bill to permit stillbirths to be registered remotely in England and Wales; and for connected purposes.
In progress
Current stage: 2nd reading (Commons)
The story so farThe Registration of Stillbirths (England and Wales) Bill was introduced in the House of Commons on 15 July 2026 by Jim McMahon (Labour). 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
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Jim McMahon
Labour
Primary sponsor
Progress through Parliament
- 1st reading Commons 15 Jul 2026
- 2nd reading Commons 4 Sep 2026
Source: the official bill page. Last updated 20 Jul 2026.