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Inquests (Legal Representation) Bill

Private Members' Bill (Presentation Bill)

Originated in the House of Commons, Session 2022-23

Last updated: 2 November 2023 at 10:42

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Long title

A Bill to prohibit public bodies from spending more on legal representation at an inquest than the amount spent by families of the deceased; to require the Secretary of State to report to Parliament on the availability and accessibility of legal representation for families at inquests; and for connected purposes.

Sponsor

Paul Maynard
Conservative
Blackpool North and Cleveleys

Bill passage

Bill started in the House of Commons
2nd reading
Committee stage
Report stage
3rd reading
Bill in the House of Lords
1st reading
2nd reading
Committee stage
Report stage
3rd reading
Final stages
Consideration of amendments
Royal Assent
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