Parliamentary Bills

Social Security (Marriage) Bill

Private Members' Bill (under the Ten Minute Rule)

Originated in the House of Commons, Session 2026-27

Last updated: 11 November 2026 at 14:48

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Long title

A Bill to prohibit the recognition of polygamous marriages, marriages within prohibited degrees, and certain other marriages between close relatives, in the social security system.

Sponsor

Mr Richard Holden
Conservative
Basildon and Billericay

Current version of the Bill

Bill 163 2026-27 (as introduced) - pdf
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11 November 2026
Commons

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