A Bill to prohibit the use of certain anti-loitering devices without a licence; and for connected purposes.
House of Commons
14 December 2018
The bill would require a licence to use certain anti-loitering devices and make unlicensed use illegal. It creates a licensing regime and an enforcement framework to regulate these devices, with further details to be set out in regulations. In short, it aims to curb the use of devices that could deter people from gathering in public spaces.
The bill is at the second reading in the House of Commons. It will move on to committee stage for detailed examination, followed by further readings if approved.
Generated 21 February 2026
This Bill has been dropped by its sponsoring MP and will not progress any further.
No recorded votes for this bill yet.
