A Bill to require parliamentary approval for the deployment of UK armed forces outside the UK; to provide for exemptions from that requirement in cases of emergency or in respect of compliance with treaty obligations; to make provision for retrospective parliamentary approval in certain circumstances; and for connected purposes.
This bill would require Parliament to approve any deployment of UK armed forces outside the United Kingdom. It allows exemptions for emergencies or to comply with treaty obligations, and it provides for retrospective parliamentary approval in certain circumstances. It also covers related matters to improve oversight and accountability for overseas deployments.
Currently at the Second Reading in the House of Commons. If it progresses, it would move to Committee Stage for detailed scrutiny.
Generated 21 February 2026
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 presented to Parliament on Wednesday 25 June.
No recorded votes for this bill yet.