A Bill to place a duty on the Secretary of State to reduce anxiety about environmental concerns among the general population; and for connected purposes.
This bill would require the government to act to reduce public anxiety about environmental concerns. It places a statutory duty on the Secretary of State to address how environmental issues affect people’s wellbeing and to take steps to reassure and inform the public as part of environmental policy. It is a broad measure intended to be implemented across government.
The bill is at the 2nd reading in the Commons. If it clears this stage, it would move to committee stage for detailed scrutiny before possible passage to the Lords.
Generated 21 February 2026
The Bill failed to complete its passage through Parliament before the end of the session. This means the Bill will make no further progress.
No recorded votes for this bill yet.
