A Bill to require the Secretary of State to prepare and publish a report on access to finance for women in business; to make provision about the publication of data relating to access to finance for women in business; and for connected purposes.
This bill would require the government to prepare and publish a report on access to finance for women in business, and to publish related data. By making information about funding more transparent, it aims to identify barriers and help more women start and grow their businesses. It is currently at the 2nd reading in the House of Commons.
Currently at the 2nd Reading in the House of Commons; if it progresses, it would move to the committee stage for detailed scrutiny.
Generated 21 February 2026
The next stage for this Bill, Second reading, is scheduled to take place on Friday 27 February 2026, although the House of Commons is not expected to be sitting on that date.
This is a Private Members' Bill and was introduced to Parliament on Tuesday 18 November under the Ten Minute Rule.
No recorded votes for this bill yet.