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Palestine Statehood (Recognition) (No. 2) Bill

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

Originating House

House of Commons

Sponsor

Shockat AdamIndependent

Last Updated

23 June 2025

In Plain English

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The bill would establish how the United Kingdom recognises the State of Palestine and what that recognition would mean in law and diplomacy. It sets out the framework for such a decision and the practical consequences for UK policy and relationships with other countries.

Key Points

It concerns recognising the State of Palestine and the framework for that recognition in UK law and diplomacy.
It outlines the process and considerations that would guide any recognition decision by the UK government.
It may require ministers to provide information or guidance on recognition and its implications.
It explains how recognition would affect UK foreign policy, treaties, and relations with Israel and other partners.

Progress

The bill is at the 2nd Reading in the House of Commons. If it progresses, it would move on to the committee stage and further readings.

Who is affected?

Palestinian people and Palestinian authoritiesIsraeli authorities and citizensThe UK Government and Parliament (Ministers, departments, and diplomats)British citizens and residents with ties to Palestine or IsraelBritish businesses and charities active in the region and UK-based NGOs

Generated 21 February 2026

Updates & Documents

News (1)

Palestine Statehood (Recognition) (No. 2) Bill

2 Dec 2024

The next stage for this Bill, Second reading, is scheduled to take place on a date to be announced.

This is a Private Members' Bill and was presented to Parliament on Monday 21 October 2024.

Documents (1)

Bill 034 2024-25 (as introduced)

BillCommons

26 Nov 2024

Parliamentary Votes (0)

No recorded votes for this bill yet.

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