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Domestic Abuse (Pets etc) Bill

Private Members' Bill (Presentation Bill)

Originated in the House of Commons, Session 2026-27

Last updated: 25 June 2026 at 13:13

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Long title

A Bill to make provision about protection for pets and other domestic animals within domestic abuse proceedings, including through non-molestation orders and occupation orders; to amend the definitions of controlling or coercive behaviour and economic abuse to include abuse involving pets and domestic animals; to extend the application of Domestic Abuse Protection Orders to cover pets and domestic animals; and for connected purposes.

Sponsor

Ruth Jones
Labour
Newport West and Islwyn

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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