A Bill to provide that certain offences committed towards members of the armed forces shall be treated as aggravated; and for connected purposes
House of Commons
6 February 2013
This Bill would make certain offences directed at members of the armed forces count as aggravated offences, which could lead to tougher penalties. It is intended to provide stronger protection against discrimination and intimidation for service personnel, and to enable related measures to support them.
The Bill is currently at the second reading in the House of Commons. If it passes this stage, it will move on to detailed examination in committee.
Generated 21 February 2026
This Bill has been withdrawn and will not progress any further.
A motion for the bill’s second reading was moved on 1 February 2013, but was withdrawn at the end of the debate.
The Bill had its first reading on 25 June 2012.
If you require any further information about the Bill then please contact the sponsoring Member Thomas Docherty.
No recorded votes for this bill yet.
