In Plain English
AI-generatedThe Judicial Review and Courts Act 2022 is a law about how the courts review government decisions and manage related proceedings. It has now become law after passing through Parliament, with the government broadly supporting it and some opposition parties voting against during its passage.
Key Points
- It has received Royal Assent and is now law.
- It originated in the House of Commons and was amended in the Lords, with the government choosing to disagree with several amendments.
- The Conservative party and allied groups voted in favour in the Commons, while Labour and most opposition parties opposed.
- The bill progressed through major Commons stages with large majorities (Second Reading: 321–220; Third Reading: 310–211).
- It sits in the crime and justice policy area and concerns judicial review and court procedures.
Progress
The bill has completed its passage and received Royal Assent, so it is now an Act of Parliament.
Voting
In key votes, the governing Conservative party voted solidly in favour, while Labour and most opposition parties opposed. The Lords proposed amendments, which the government then disagreed with before final passage.
Who is affected?
Individuals and groups who rely on judicial review to challenge public decisions (e.g., members of the public, charities, campaign groups)Public authorities and government departments whose decisions may be subject to judicial reviewLegal professionals (solicitors and barristers) who practice in this areaCourts and tribunals staff involved in processing judicial review casesBusinesses and organisations affected by public-sector decisions and regulatory actionsCivil society organisations that rely on access to justice mechanisms
Generated 21 February 2026