A Bill to impose duties relating to the provision of public education on free trade; to require regular reports from government on trade arrangements with other countries; and for connected purposes.
The bill would create new duties about how public education should be provided in connection with free trade policy. It would also require the government to publish regular reports on trade arrangements with other countries. In essence, it links education policy to international trade oversight and requires ongoing reporting to Parliament.
The bill is at the second reading stage in the House of Commons. If it progresses, it would typically move to committee stage, then further readings, and finally to the House of Lords for consideration.
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.
