Cultural Objects (Protection from Seizure) Act 2022
extend the protection from seizure or forfeiture given to cultural objects.
Private Members' Bill (Ballot Bill)
The Cultural Objects (Protection from Seizure) Act 2022 was a Ballot Bill tabled by Mel Stride that became an Act of Parliament.
Is this Bill currently before Parliament?No. This Bill was introduced on 16 June 2021 and became an Act of Parliament on 28 April 2022.
Whose idea is this Bill?As a Private Members' Bill, this Bill represents the individual initiative of an MP (Mel Stride), 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 Ministerial Extracts from Debates All Bill Debates
This bill has received Royal Assent and has become an Act of Parliament
Bill Progession through Parliament