This bill proposes amendments to the existing law about mesothelioma, a cancer linked to asbestos exposure. It is being considered in the House of Commons and is currently at the second reading stage. If enacted, the changes would update how mesothelioma-related rights and processes are applied under the law.
The bill is at the Commons' second reading. If it progresses, it would move to the committee stage for detailed scrutiny, followed by the remaining readings in the House and then consideration by the Lords.
Generated 21 February 2026
The 2015-16 session of Parliament has ended and this Bill will make no further progress.
This Bill was introduced to Parliament on 5 January 2016 under the Ten Minute Rule. This allows an MP to make his or her case for a new bill in a speech lasting up to ten minutes. An opposing speech may also be made before the House decides whether or not the bill should be introduced. If the MP is successful the bill is taken to have had its first reading.
No recorded votes for this bill yet.
