Disabled Persons (Independent Living) Bill: third reading
13 May 2009 (updated on 22 April 2010)
A Private Members' Bill, introduced by Lord Ashley of Stoke, completed its passage through the House of Lords on 12 May
The Disabled Persons (Independent Living) Bill was given a third reading and, as no changes were suggested, this Private Members' Bill passes to the House of Commons.
- Lords Hansard: Disabled Persons (Independent Living) Bill
- Bills before Parliament: Disabled Persons (Independent Living) Bill
- About Parliament: Private Members' Bills
- Companion to the Standing Orders in the House of Lords: Third reading and passing
- Briefing: Bills and how they become law (PDF)
Third reading is the final opportunity for Members of the House of Lords to amend a Bill before it goes to the House of Commons.