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Domestic Abuse (Pets) Bill

Private Members' Bill (under the Ten Minute Rule)

Originated in the House of Commons, Session 2024-26

Last updated: 1 May 2026 at 12:21

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Long title

A Bill to make provision for the application of non-molestation orders and occupation orders to behaviour relating to pets; to amend definitions of controlling or coercive behaviour and economic abuse to include behaviour relating to pets; to extend the application of Domestic Abuse Protection Orders to pets; and for connected purposes.

Sponsor

Ruth Jones
Labour
Newport West and Islwyn

Current version of the Bill

Bill 402 2024-26 (as introduced) - pdf
28 April 2026
Commons

Bill passage

Bill started in the House of Commons
1st 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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