Palestine Statehood (Recognition) Bill

Originating House

House of Commons

Sponsor

Layla MoranLiberal Democrat

Parliament last updated

12 February 2025

In Plain English

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This Bill would recognise the State of Palestine as a state under UK law and set out the framework for how the UK acknowledges Palestine in its international relations. It would guide the government’s policy and dealings with Palestinian authorities and participation in international bodies. The Bill is currently at its 2nd reading in the House of Commons.

Key Points

Recognises the State of Palestine in UK law.
Creates a formal framework for UK foreign policy and relations with Palestinian authorities.
Could influence UK diplomacy with Israel and involvement in international organisations.

Who is affected?

Palestinian people and Palestinian AuthorityUK Government and its foreign policy machineryIsrael and the Israeli governmentUK-based charities, NGOs, think tanks and businesses involved in Middle East policy, aid or tradeInternational organisations and other states engaging with Palestine

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Bill Stages

1st readingCommons

11 Dec 2023

2nd readingCommons

Committee stageCommons

Report stageCommons

3rd readingCommons

1st readingLords

2nd readingLords

Committee stageLords

Report stageLords

3rd readingLords

Royal Assent

Updates & Documents

News (1)

Palestine Statehood (Recognition) Bill

13 Dec 2023

The dissolution of Parliament took place on Thursday 30 May 2024. All business in the House of Commons and House of Lords has come to an end and this bill will make no further progress.

Parliamentary Votes (0)

No recorded votes for this bill yet.