A Bill to repeal the Vagrancy Act 1824.
The bill would repeal the Vagrancy Act 1824, removing the offence of vagrancy from English law. If passed, it would stop criminalising people simply for being homeless or destitute, shifting the focus to welfare and support. The measure is currently at the second reading in the House of Commons, introduced by Layla Moran.
The bill is at the 2nd reading in the House of Commons. If it passes, it will move to Committee stage for detailed examination, before possible progression 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.
