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Terms of Withdrawal from the European Union (Referendum) Bill

A Bill to make provision for the holding of a referendum in the United Kingdom and Gibraltar on the proposed terms for the United Kingdom to leave the European Union; and for connected purposes.

Originating House

House of Commons

Last Updated

28 April 2017

In Plain English

AI-generated

If enacted, the Bill would require a referendum in the United Kingdom and Gibraltar on the terms for leaving the European Union. It would also set out how that referendum should be held and address related issues arising from the withdrawal process.

Key Points

Requires a UK and Gibraltar referendum on the proposed terms of withdrawal from the EU.
Provides a framework for how the referendum is conducted (processes, rules and related procedures).
Covers connected or supplementary legal and constitutional matters tied to holding the referendum and withdrawal.

Who is affected?

Eligible voters in the United Kingdom (and Gibraltar)The UK Government and ParliamentElectoral authorities and campaigning organisations involved in the referendumBusinesses and sectors affected by withdrawal terms and related regulatory changes

Generated 21 February 2026

Updates & Documents

News (1)

News - Terms of Withdrawal from the European Union (Referendum)

1 Jan 1970

This Bill was expected to have its second reading debate on Friday 12 May 2017.

However, as a General Election has now been called and Parliament will be dissolved from 3 May 2017, the Bill falls and no further action will be taken.

Parliamentary Votes (0)

No recorded votes for this bill yet.