A Bill to require persons bringing claims or proceedings under the Human Rights Act 1998 to satisfy a test of reasonableness and equity; and for connected purposes.
This bill would require anyone bringing a claim under the Human Rights Act 1998 to satisfy a test of reasonableness and equity before the case can proceed. It also applies to connected purposes, signalling related changes to how such claims are brought and dealt with. In short, it raises the threshold for making human rights claims.
The bill is at the 2nd reading in the House of Commons, where it is being debated before moving to further stages if it progresses.
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.
