Communication Support (Deafness) Bill

A Bill to establish a body to assess provision of communication support for Deaf people and to make recommendations; and for connected purposes.

Originating House

House of Commons

Last Updated

15 May 2014

In Plain English

AI-generated

The Communication Support (Deafness) Bill would set up a new body to review how Deaf people are provided with communication support, assess current arrangements, and make recommendations for improvements. It aims to improve Deaf people’s access to appropriate communication support in public services and related areas. The bill is designed to ensure that policy and service delivery take Deaf people’s communication needs into account.

Key Points

Establishes a new body to assess the provision of communication support for Deaf people.
Requires the body to identify gaps and make recommendations for improvements.
Covers connected purposes to address related policy and service considerations.
Outlines how the new body would operate, report findings, and be held to account.

Progress

The bill is currently at the 2nd reading in the House of Commons, where its principles are debated. If it progresses, it would move to detailed scrutiny in Committee stage.

Who is affected?

Deaf people and Deaf communitiesFamilies and carers of Deaf peoplePublic service organisations and providers (e.g., education, healthcare, local government, courts)Organisations representing Deaf people and advocacy groupsGovernment departments involved in communication support policy

Generated 21 February 2026

Updates & Documents

News (1)

News - Communication Support (Deafness)

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 24 2013-2014, as introduced

BillCommons

11 Oct 2013

Parliamentary Votes (0)

No recorded votes for this bill yet.

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