In Plain English
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The Bill would repeal sections 60, 60AA and 60A of the Criminal Justice and Public Order Act 1994 in England and Wales. In effect, this removes those specific stop-and-search powers for police in England and Wales.
Key Points
- Replaces repeals of sections 60, 60AA and 60A of the Criminal Justice and Public Order Act 1994 in England and Wales.
- Removes the stop-and-search powers granted by those sections as they apply to England and Wales.
- Introduced by Ed Davey, MP for the Liberal Democrat party (the sponsor).
- Currently at the Second Reading stage in the House of Commons; the bill originates in the Commons.
- First Reading took place on 24 June 2020; Second Reading is in progress.
Progress
The bill is at the Second Reading in the House of Commons. If it progresses, it would move on to further stages such as committee debate.
Who is affected?
Members of the public in England and Wales who could be subject to stop-and-searchCommunities and groups affected by policing powers and stop-and-search practicesPolice forces and officers who administer stop-and-search powers under the cited provisionsCivil liberties organisations, researchers and advocates interested in policing powers
Generated 21 February 2026
