Public Services (Availability) Bill

A Bill to make provision about the availability of public services during weekday evenings, at weekends and on bank holidays; and for connected purposes.

Originating House

House of Commons

Sponsor

Sir Christopher ChopeConservative

Last Updated

7 December 2018

In Plain English

AI-generated

The Public Services (Availability) Bill would require public services to be available during weekday evenings, weekends and bank holidays, expanding access beyond normal daytime hours. It covers related provisions as well (the so‑called ‘connected purposes’). The bill is at the 2nd reading in the House of Commons and was introduced by Sir Christopher Chope for the Conservative Party.

Key Points

Requires public services to be available outside standard daytime hours (weekday evenings, weekends, bank holidays).
Could affect how public bodies and service providers operate, including staffing and funding decisions.
Includes related provisions described as ‘connected purposes’.
Currently at the 2nd reading in the Commons; sponsor is Sir Christopher Chope.
Placed within policy areas of Economy and Technology.

Progress

The bill is at the 2nd reading in the Commons. If it advances, it would typically move on to committee stage, then report and third reading before going to the Lords.

Who is affected?

Members of the public who rely on public services outside normal hoursPublic sector workers delivering those servicesPublic bodies such as local authorities, health organisations and emergency servicesTransport operators and other organisations delivering public services during off-peak times

Generated 21 February 2026

Updates & Documents

News (1)

News - Public Services (Availability)

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.

Parliamentary Votes (0)

No recorded votes for this bill yet.

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