Ministerial Interests (Emergency Powers) Bill

A Bill to require a Minister to make an oral statement to Parliament if a contract is awarded under emergency statutory powers to a person in whom, or a company in which, a Minister has a personal, political or financial interest.

Originating House

House of Commons

Last Updated

5 May 2021

In Plain English

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The bill would require a Minister to make an oral statement to Parliament if a contract awarded under emergency statutory powers goes to a person or to a company in which the Minister has a personal, political or financial interest. Its aim is to increase transparency and accountability around emergency procurement and potential conflicts of interest in defence-related matters.

Key Points

Applies only to contracts awarded under emergency statutory powers.
Triggers when the recipient (person or company) has a Minister’s personal, political or financial interest.
Requires the Minister to make an oral statement to Parliament about the contract.
Seeks greater transparency and oversight of emergency procurement and potential conflicts of interest.
Relates to defence policy and emergency powers, emphasising accountability in urgent procurement decisions.

Progress

Currently at the second reading in the House of Commons. If it progresses, it would move to committee stage for detailed consideration.

Who is affected?

MinistersGovernment departments and civil servantsBusinesses or individuals awarded emergency contractsMembers of Parliament and parliamentary staffThe public (through greater transparency in defence-related procurement)

Generated 21 February 2026

Updates & Documents

News (1)

News - Ministerial Interests (Emergency Powers)

1 Jan 1970

The Bill failed to complete its passage through Parliament before the end of the session. This means the Bill will make no further progress.

Parliamentary Votes (0)

No recorded votes for this bill yet.

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