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Armed Forces (Federation) Bill

To make provision for the establishment of a Federation of the Armed Forces; and for connected puposes

Originating House

House of Commons

Parliament last updated

20 June 2008

In Plain English

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The bill would establish a formal Federation of the Armed Forces and set out related provisions. It aims to create an organisational framework for defence with defined governance and purposes. The bill is currently at its second reading in the House of Commons.

Key Points

Establishes a Federation of the Armed Forces and related provisions.
Creates the legal framework for the Federation's structure, functions and governance.
Potentially changes how the Army, Navy and Royal Air Force work together.
Originated in the Commons; first reading took place in May 2008 and it is currently at the second reading.

Progress

Currently at the second reading in the House of Commons; it was first introduced in 2008.

Who is affected?

Serving personnel in the Army, Royal Navy and Royal Air ForceDefence civil servants and Ministry of Defence staffFamilies of armed forces personnel

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Bill Stages

1st readingCommons

13 May 2008

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