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Non-Disclosure Agreements Bill

A Bill to make provision about the content and use of non-disclosure agreements; and for connected purposes.

Originating House

House of Commons

Sponsor

Layla MoranLiberal Democrat

Parliament last updated

2 November 2023

In Plain English

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The Non-Disclosure Agreements Bill would set rules about what NDAs can say and how they can be used. It aims to stop NDAs from hiding harm or silencing people, and to introduce related protections. It covers different situations where NDAs are used, such as in employment or in settlements.

Key Points

  • Sets statutory rules on the content of non-disclosure agreements.
  • Regulates how NDAs can be used, with protections against silence about wrongdoing.
  • Aims to prevent NDAs from concealing harassment, discrimination or other misconduct.
  • Includes related provisions to improve transparency and accountability.

Progress

The bill is at the first reading stage in the House of Commons. It would need to pass subsequent stages (second reading, committee, etc.) before becoming law.

Who is affected?

Employees and workersJob applicants and potential employeesEmployers and organisations that use NDAsVictims of harassment or discrimination and whistleblowersLawyers and advisers handling NDAs

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Bill Stages

1st readingCommons

29 Jun 2022

2nd readingCommons
Committee stageCommons
Report stageCommons
3rd readingCommons
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3rd readingLords
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Updates & Documents

News (1)

Non-Disclosure Agreements Bill

20 Mar 2023

The 2022-2023 session of Parliament has prorogued and this Bill will make no further progress.

Documents (1)

Bill 131 2022-23 (as introduced)
BillCommons
15 Mar 2023

Parliamentary Votes (0)

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