LegislationTuesday, 2 June 2026

Committee of the whole House on the Armed Forces Bill

Parliament will consider the Armed Forces Bill in committee of the whole House, a stage where MPs debate and amend the legislation in detail before it proceeds further. The bill covers the legal and operational framework governing the UK's armed forces, including service terms, discipline, welfare, and deployment authorities. This is a significant legislative moment where backbench amendments can reshape military law and policy.

The Armed Forces Bill affects every serving member of the military, defence contractors, and national security posture. Changes to service conditions, recruitment, or command structures have long-term implications for force readiness and the social contract with military personnel. Parliament's scrutiny at this stage determines the final shape of laws governing one of the state's most sensitive institutions.

Interested MPs

David ReedConservative and Unionist Party

Exmouth and Exeter East

Ian RoomeLiberal Democrats

North Devon

Mr Paul FosterLabour Party

South Ribble

Mr Tanmanjeet Singh DhesiLabour Party

Slough

Wendy MortonConservative and Unionist Party

Aldridge-Brownhills

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