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Financial Education Bill

A Bill to make provision about financial education; and for connected purposes.

Originating House

House of Commons

Sponsor

Mr Peter BedfordConservative

Last Updated

11 July 2025

In Plain English

AI-generated

The Financial Education Bill aims to create a clear framework for financial education within the education system. It would set out what financial education should cover and how it should be delivered, along with related provisions to support its implementation.

Key Points

Establishes a framework for financial education within the education system.
May require or guide schools and other education providers to deliver financial education.
Enables issuing regulations and guidance to set standards and content.
Covers connected purposes related to improving financial literacy and practical money skills.

Progress

The bill is currently at the 2nd reading in the House of Commons. If it progresses, it would move to committee stage for detailed consideration, followed by report and third readings before moving to the House of Lords.

Who is affected?

Pupils and studentsParents and carersTeachers and school staffSchools, academies, local authorities and other education providersAdult learners and the wider public

Generated 21 February 2026

Updates & Documents

News (1)

Financial Education Bill

12 Mar 2025

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

This is a Private Members' Bill and was introduced to Parliament on Tuesday 11 March under the Ten Minute Rule.

Parliamentary Votes (0)

No recorded votes for this bill yet.

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