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Anxiety in Schools (Environmental Concerns) Bill

A Bill to make provision for guidance to schools about reducing anxiety about environmental concerns among pupils and staff; and for connected purposes.

Originating House

House of Commons

Sponsor

Sir Christopher ChopeConservative

Parliament last updated

4 May 2021

In Plain English

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The Anxiety in Schools (Environmental Concerns) Bill would require guidance to be produced for schools on how to reduce anxiety among pupils and staff caused by worries about the environment. The guidance would help schools discuss environmental issues and support wellbeing, rather than creating new rules or penalties. It focuses on providing guidance and practical help rather than imposing changes to funding or enforcement.

Key Points

  • Creates a duty to provide guidance to schools on reducing anxiety about environmental concerns among pupils and staff.
  • Guidance would cover how environmental issues are discussed and how schools can support mental wellbeing and resilience.
  • Sits in the Commons and is sponsored by Sir Christopher Chope; at the second reading stage.
  • Relates to education and environmental concerns and is framed as guidance for connected purposes.

Progress

The bill is at the second reading in the House of Commons. If it progresses, it would typically move to committee stage for detailed examination before further readings.

Who is affected?

Pupils/students in schoolsSchool staff (teachers and other personnel)Schools and their governing bodies or leadershipParents/guardians of pupils (indirectly affected)

Generated 21 February 2026

Bill Stages

1st readingCommons

10 Feb 2020

2nd readingCommons
Committee stageCommons
Report stageCommons
3rd readingCommons
1st readingLords
2nd readingLords
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3rd readingLords
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Updates & Documents

News (1)

News - Anxiety in Schools (Environmental Concerns)

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.