House of Lords
5 May 2021
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This Lords bill aims to set out clear rights and entitlements for victims of crime and to improve how information about child sexual abuse is shared with those affected. It is currently being debated in the House of Lords at the second reading, after its first reading in January 2020. The bill is designed to strengthen support for victims and ensure proper notification in cases involving child sexual abuse.
The bill's first reading occurred on 22 January 2020 in the Lords and it is now at the second reading stage. No further progress details are provided in the available information.
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22 Jan 2020
First reading took place on 22 January. This stage is a formality that signals the start of the Bill's journey through the Lords.
Second reading - the general debate on all aspects of the Bill - is yet to be scheduled.
The 2019-2021 session of Parliament has prorogued and this Bill will make no further progress.
No recorded votes for this bill yet.
