Representation of the People (Gibraltar) Bill

Originating House

House of Commons

Parliament last updated

12 February 2019

In Plain English

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If enacted, the Bill would provide for Gibraltar to be represented in the UK Parliament by a dedicated Member of the House of Commons. It would establish the legal framework for that representation and cover related purposes.

Key Points

Creates a framework for Gibraltar to be represented in the House of Commons by a Gibraltar MP.
Sets out the general framework for how that representation would operate and any connected provisions.
May require changes to electoral or constitutional rules to implement the representation.

Who is affected?

Residents of Gibraltar who would vote for and be represented by a Gibraltar MPGibraltar’s Government and political partiesMembers and staff of the UK Parliament (House of Commons) who would interact with a Gibraltar MP

Generated 21 February 2026

Bill Stages

1st readingCommons

19 Jun 2018

2nd readingCommons

Committee stageCommons

Report stageCommons

3rd readingCommons

1st readingLords

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3rd readingLords

Royal Assent

Updates & Documents

News (1)

News - Representation of the People (Gibraltar)

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.