Declaration of Income and Gifts by Candidates for Elected Office (Russian Federation) Bill

Key Points

• Imposes a duty on candidates to declare past or current income or gifts from the Russian Federation government or connected entities.
• Adds a duty on political parties to ensure their candidates have made these declarations.
• Covers income or gifts from any person or organisation linked to the Russian government.
• Originates in the House of Commons with sponsorship from Max Wilkinson (Liberal Democrat).
• Currently at the 2nd reading in the Commons (2nd reading date: 10 July 2026).

Progress

The Bill has completed its first reading and is at the second reading stage in the House of Commons, with the second reading scheduled for 10 July 2026.