House of Commons
12 February 2026
The bill aims to improve children’s wellbeing by linking education with health and welfare Support, and by setting reforms for how schools and local services operate. It has passed the Commons Third Reading and is currently at the stage where Lords amendments are being considered in the Commons before final passage.
The bill has progressed through the Commons to the Third Reading and is now in the stage where the Lords’ amendments are being considered by MPs, a typical step before final approval and royal assent.
In the Third Reading, the bill was approved 382 to 104. The vote saw broad backing from Labour, Liberal Democrats, Greens and other supportive parties, while Conservatives and some right‑leaning groups opposed."
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Third reading - the final chance for the Lords to change the bill - took place on 9 February when final amendments were made.
What happens next?
The bill will now go back to the Commons for consideration of Lords amendments.