Bills and Laws

About the Bill

Introduced

Read the Bill and information which explains what it does, why it was introduced, and how much it will cost.

Stage 1 - General principles

Committees examine the Bill and gather views. They produce reports before MSPs debate the Bill in the Chamber. MSPs then decide on the purpose (“general principles”) of the Bill.

Stage 2 - Changes to detail

MSPs can propose changes (“amendments”) to the Bill. The amendments are considered and decided on by a committee.

Stage 3 - Final changes and vote

MSPs can propose further “amendments” (changes) to the Bill. MSPs decide on each of these. Finally, they debate and vote on whether to pass the Bill.

Reconsideration Stage - Further debate

Following a challenge by Law Officers or the Secretary of State, the Parliament may reconsider the Bill. Further "amendments" (changes) can be submitted, MSPs then debate and vote on whether to approve the Bill.

Bill becomes an Act

If the Bill is passed, it can receive Royal Assent and become an Act.

Committees involved in this bill

Equalities and Human Rights Committee

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Delegated Powers and Law Reform Committee

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Equalities, Human Rights and Civil Justice Committee