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Non-Disclosure Agreements Bill

A Bill to restrict the use of non-disclosure agreements; and for connected purposes.

Originating House

House of Commons

Last Updated

17 November 2021

In Plain English

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This Bill would limit how non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) can be used, especially in workplace disputes. It would prevent NDAs from silencing people who report harassment, discrimination, or other wrongdoing by allowing disclosures to regulators, investigators, or in court where appropriate. It also requires confidentiality terms to be clear, voluntary, and entered into with proper informed consent and, where possible, independent legal advice.

Key Points

Prohibits NDAs that gag whistleblowers or stop reporting harassment, discrimination or illegal activity; allows lawful disclosures to regulators, investigators or courts.
Requires confidentiality terms to be clear about scope and duration, be proportionate, and entered into with informed consent and independent legal advice.
Strengthens enforcement with remedies or penalties for breaches and provides avenues to challenge NDAs in courts or tribunals.
Applies to employment-related NDAs and related settlements, with carve-outs for legitimate business interests or public interest disclosures.

Who is affected?

Employees and former employeesJob applicantsEmployers and HR professionalsWhistleblowers and individuals reporting misconductLegal advisers/solicitors advising on NDAsRegulators and enforcement bodies

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Updates & Documents

News (1)

Non-Disclosure Agreements Bill

22 Jun 2021

This Bill has now been withdrawn and will not progress any further.

Parliamentary Votes (0)

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