Armenian Genocide (Recognition) Bill

Originating House

House of Commons

Parliament last updated

29 April 2022

In Plain English

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This bill would require the UK government to formally recognise the Armenian genocide of 1915-16 and make that recognition official government policy. If enacted, it would become law. It is currently at the 2nd reading in the House of Commons.

Key Points

Requires formal recognition by the UK government of the Armenian genocide (1915-16).
Establishes recognition as official UK government policy.
If enacted, would become law.
Currently at the 2nd reading in the House of Commons (completed 1st reading).
Could influence UK foreign policy and diplomatic relations (e.g., with Armenia and Turkey).

Progress

The bill has completed its 1st reading and is at the 2nd reading in the Commons; it has not yet moved to committee stage or become law.

Who is affected?

Armenian community and diaspora in the United KingdomThe British Government and its civil service (foreign policy/international relations)The British publicEducational and cultural organisations involved in genocide education, remembrance and study

Generated 21 February 2026

Bill Stages

1st readingCommons

21 Jun 2021

2nd readingCommons

6 May 2022

Committee stageCommons

Report stageCommons

3rd readingCommons

1st readingLords

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Committee stageLords

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3rd readingLords

Royal Assent

Updates & Documents

News (1)

Armenian Genocide (Recognition) Bill

23 Jun 2021

The 2021-2022 session of Parliament has prorogued and this Bill will make no further progress.

Documents (1)

Bill 90 2021-22 (as introduced)

BillCommons

15 Nov 2021

Parliamentary Votes (0)

No recorded votes for this bill yet.