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National Service Bill

A Bill to provide a system of national service for young persons; and for connected purposes.

Originating House

House of Commons

Last Updated

15 May 2014

In Plain English

AI-generated

The National Service Bill would create a national service system for young people and set out how it would be run and overseen. It outlines the purpose, governance and related provisions needed to operate the service. The bill is currently at the second reading in the House of Commons.

Key Points

Establishes a framework for a national service system for young persons.
Describes how the service would be organised, overseen and funded.
Includes related provisions and powers to support delivery.
Involves government departments and other public bodies in delivering the service.

Progress

The bill is at the second reading in the House of Commons. If it progresses, it would move to committee stage and then to third reading in the Commons before going to the House of Lords.

Who is affected?

Young people in the United KingdomFamilies and local communitiesPublic bodies, local authorities and government departments involved in delivering the serviceEmployers and organisations that provide placements or programmesYouth and community organisations and charities supporting delivery

Generated 21 February 2026

Updates & Documents

News (1)

News - National Service

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 32 2013-2014, as introduced

BillCommons

5 Sept 2013

Parliamentary Votes (0)

No recorded votes for this bill yet.

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