Benefits and Public Services (Restriction) Bill

A Bill to make provision to restrict the entitlement of non-UK citizens to publicly-funded benefits and services; and for connected purposes.

Originating House

House of Commons

Sponsor

Sir Christopher ChopeConservative

Last Updated

17 September 2019

In Plain English

AI-generated

This bill aims to limit access to publicly-funded benefits and services for people who are not UK citizens. It would define who counts as a non-UK citizen for these purposes and specify which benefits and services are affected, alongside related administrative provisions.

Key Points

It restricts entitlement to publicly-funded benefits and services for non-UK citizens.
It defines who qualifies as a non-UK citizen for these purposes.
It details which benefits and services are covered by the restriction and how eligibility is decided.
It forms part of the welfare policy and would progress through Parliament if supported.

Progress

The bill is currently at the second reading in the House of Commons. If it advances, it would move to the Committee stage, followed by further readings in the Commons and potential consideration by the Lords.

Who is affected?

Non-UK citizens living in the UKPeople who rely on publicly-funded benefits and services (and their families)Public bodies and local authorities that administer benefits and servicesOrganisations and contractors delivering welfare or public services

Generated 21 February 2026

Updates & Documents

News (1)

News - Benefits and Public Services (Restriction)

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 53 2017-19 (as introduced)

BillCommons

14 Mar 2018

Parliamentary Votes (0)

No recorded votes for this bill yet.

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