Nature’s Rights
MPs or peers have debated the main idea. Next comes the line-by-line check in committee.
Official title: Nature’s Rights Bill [HL]
- 1Introduced1st reading
- 2Main debate2nd reading
- 3Detailed checksCommittee
- 4ChangesReport stage
- 5Final vote3rd reading
- 6Other houseLords or Commons
- 7Becomes lawRoyal Assent
Nothing has been scheduled yet.
Put forward by Baroness Bennett of Manor Castle.
Votes so far
No Commons votes on this bill in the last 12 months.
Full timeline
| Date | Stage | House |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Jun 2026 | 1st reading | Lords |
| 3 Jul 2026 | 2nd reading | Lords |
In the bill’s own words: A Bill to recognise Nature as a legal subject; establish and protect the rights of Nature; establish a legal duty of care for public bodies, businesses, and individuals; provide procedural rights for the protection of Nature; establish an Integrated Rights Framework; establish mechanisms for dispute resolution and legal enforcement; make provision about Parliamentary scrutiny; establish a Nature Guardianship Council and Bioregional Councils; establish a Nature’s Rights Tribunal; create a governance structure for implementation and integration; provide for phased implementation and periodic review; ensure compliance with international environmental obligations; promote public awareness and education; and for connected purposes.
Source: Parliament Bills API · Commons votes from the Commons Votes API.