Palestine Statehood (Recognition) Bill

A Bill to make provision in connection with the recognition of the State of Palestine.

Originating House

House of Commons

Sponsor

Layla MoranLiberal Democrat

Last Updated

12 February 2025

In Plain English

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This Bill would establish a formal framework for the United Kingdom to recognise the State of Palestine. If passed, it would require the government to recognise Palestine as a state in international law and diplomacy and to explain how this recognition would be implemented through policy and relations with other countries.

Key Points

Creates a statutory framework for recognising the State of Palestine.
Requires the government to recognise Palestine for purposes of international law and diplomacy.
Would involve reporting to Parliament on steps taken and the implications for UK foreign policy and international relations.

Who is affected?

The Palestinian people and the Palestinian Authority/State of PalestineThe Israeli government and peopleUK Government, especially the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office and related civil serviceBritish citizens and residents with ties to Palestine/IsraelUK-based businesses, charities and NGOs dealing with Palestine/IsraelInternational organisations and other states involved in Middle East diplomacy

Generated 21 February 2026

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.