Presumption of Death Act 2013
make provision in relation to the presumed death of missing persons; and for connected purposes.
Private Members' Bill (Ballot Bill)
The Presumption of Death Act 2013 was a Ballot Bill tabled by John Baron that became an Act of Parliament.
Is this Bill currently before Parliament?No. This Bill was introduced on 20 June 2012 and became an Act of Parliament on 26 March 2013.
Whose idea is this Bill?As a Private Members' Bill, this Bill represents the individual initiative of an MP (John Baron), not the Government.
How can I find out exactly what this Bill does?The most straightforward information is contained in the initial Explanatory Notes for the Bill.
Would you like to know more?See these Glossary articles for more information: Act of Parliament, Ballot Bill, Private Members Bill, Process of a Bill
Official Bill Page Initial Explanatory Notes Initial Briefing papers All Bill Debates
This bill has received Royal Assent and has become an Act of Parliament
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