Details News Stages Publications Long title A Bill to make provision for a right to consular assistance for British journalists abroad who have been detained or held hostage; and for connected purposes. Sponsor Blair McDougall Labour East Renfrewshire Bill passage Bill started in the House of Commons 1st reading 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 Key Complete In progress Not applicable Not yet reached