Protection of Workers Bill

A Bill to create a specific offence relating to assault on those whose work brings them into face-to-face contact with members of the public; and for connected purposes.

Originating House

House of Commons

Last Updated

26 April 2013

In Plain English

AI-generated

The Protection of Workers Bill would create a new specific offence to criminalise assaults against workers whose jobs involve regular face-to-face contact with the public. It also includes connected provisions to support enforcement and protections for these workers. The bill is currently at the second reading in the House of Commons.

Key Points

Creates a new dedicated offence of assault against workers whose jobs involve regular face-to-face contact with the public.
Applies to frontline workers across sectors where they interact with the public.
Includes connected provisions to support enforcement and worker protections.

Progress

The bill is currently at the second reading in the House of Commons; after this stage it will move to the committee stage for detailed scrutiny.

Who is affected?

Frontline workers who interact with the public (e.g., retail staff, care workers, delivery personnel, hospitality workers)Employers of these workersTrade unions representing public-facing workersPolice and prosecutors responsible for enforcing and prosecuting the offence

Generated 21 February 2026

Updates & Documents

News (1)

News - Protection of Workers

1 Jan 1970

The Bill failed to complete its passage through Parliament before the end of the session. This means the Bill will make no further progress.

Documents (1)

Bill 84 2012-13 (as introduced)

BillCommons

22 Feb 2013

Parliamentary Votes (0)

No recorded votes for this bill yet.

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