A Bill to make provision to restrict the entitlement of non-UK citizens to publicly-funded benefits and services; and for connected purposes.
The Benefits and Public Services (Restriction) Bill would change law to restrict access to publicly funded benefits and services for non-UK citizens. It aims to limit who can claim welfare payments and use state-funded public services, based on residence or immigration status. The bill is framed as protecting public funds by tightening eligibility rules.
The bill is at its second reading in the Commons, an early stage. It will need further readings, committee scrutiny, and approval by the Lords before it could become law.
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.
