Freedom of Information Act 2000 (Amendment)
13 Jul 2026 · Commons Chamber · 2 speeches · Official record
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Speaker
Motion for leave to bring in a Bill (Standing Order No. 23) Full speech
I beg to move, That leave be given to bring in a Bill to omit section 37 of the Freedom of Information Act 2000; to provide that the Sovereign, the Royal Family, the Royal Household, the Royal Archives and the Duchies of Cornwall and Lancaster are public authorities for the purposes of that Act; and for connected purposes. I am grateful to have the chance to introduce this Bill alongside colleagues from parties across the House. I am very grateful for the breadth of support across many parties f... Full speech