Crime and Policing Bill 2025-06-18

Proposes new clauses that criminalize commercial sexual exploitation by third parties, the act of paying for sex acts, and decriminalizes victims of such activities. Includes provisions to monitor online platforms for compliance with these laws.

Calls for restrictions on deliveries of pointed knives via distance communication to prevent illegal weapons from being delivered to domestic addresses or unmonitored collection points. Proposes a ban on displaying pointed knives in businesses, highlighting the dangers these items pose and how they can be used in criminal activities.

Supports the restriction of deliveries and displays of pointed knives. Expresses concerns over unauthorised encampments, advocating for repealing recent amendments that she claims infringe upon residents' rights.

Argues for the publication of data on anti-social behaviour orders to enhance transparency and understanding. Proposes suspending stop-and-search powers when police forces enter a monitoring stage, aiming to reduce unnecessary use of such powers.

Opposes the new clause regarding data publication on anti-social behaviour orders. Argues that it would be too burdensome and unnecessary for policing operations, citing examples from his constituency where such measures could impact local police strategies negatively.

Highlights the need to balance public safety with civil liberties. Supports prohibition of predictive policing technologies but expresses concerns about potential misuse and infringement on privacy rights, suggesting alternatives such as manual profiling under strict regulations.

Proposes new clause 46 which would require vehicle sellers to provide specified information in the registration document of a sold vehicle, including home addresses for individuals or company details for companies. This is aimed at improving traceability and accountability.

Supports the proposed new clauses which aim to address issues such as child sex offences, stolen mobile devices, assault on delivery workers, right to protest, unlicensed/uninsured driving causing death, resale of stolen GPS products, rural crime prevention strategy, minimum levels for neighbourhood policing, and pollution performance commitments. Emphasises the need for strong regulations to protect public safety and ensure effective law enforcement.

Raises concerns over new clause 47 which would impose civil penalties on service providers failing to disable stolen mobile devices within 48 hours. Argues that the provision may lead to unnecessary restrictions and potential privacy breaches.

Critiques new clause 50 which aims to define a right to protest, expressing concern that it could inadvertently legalise certain forms of disorderly conduct. Stresses the importance of maintaining public order while safeguarding democratic rights.

Supports new clause 83 which would extend the Equipment Theft Act to include GPS equipment, highlighting the increasing prevalence of such thefts in rural areas. Emphasises the need for comprehensive legislation to combat this growing issue.

Endorses new clause 84 which would mandate a task force to develop a rural crime prevention strategy. Points out the high rates of rural crime and the urgent need for targeted measures to address this issue.

Argues in favour of new clause 85 which aims to maintain minimum levels of neighbourhood policing. Stresses the importance of community engagement and crime prevention through well-funded local police teams.

Supports new clause 86 which would ensure that every local authority area in England and Wales has a dedicated neighbourhood policing team. Highlights the need for additional funding to support this initiative.

Endorses new clause 87 which would create an offence of failing to meet pollution performance commitment levels. Emphasises the importance of environmental regulations and accountability measures.

Introduces new clauses aimed at reviewing stalking awareness guidance, placing safeguards on electronic searches under the Terrorism Act 2000, requiring judicial approval for using Prevent data, and amending the International Criminal Court Act 2001 to provide universal jurisdiction over genocide, crimes against humanity, and war crimes. Proposes a review of terrorism-related offences thresholds. Extends definitions of extreme pornographic images and illegal online content.

Supports the amendments to ensure stricter scrutiny on searches under Schedule 7, enhancing privacy protections while safeguarding national security interests. Emphasises the importance of judicial oversight in preventing misuse of power and ensuring accountability.

Opposes certain amendments, arguing that they may impede law enforcement's ability to protect public safety. Suggests that additional safeguards might be necessary but not at the cost of weakening existing counter-terrorism measures.

This amendment would extend the legal definition of extreme pornography to include the depiction of nonfatal strangulation. New clause 122 aims at creating statutory aggravated offences motivated by hostility towards individuals based on their disability status, sexual orientation or transgender identity. It also protects people who are victims of hate crimes because of association with these groups. New clause 123 would terminate parental rights for individuals convicted of child sex offences to any children they had at the time the crime was committed. Clause 124 requires Police and Crime Commissioners to follow strategic priorities rather than having regard to them. New clause 125 gives the Secretary of State power to amend or require withdrawal of codes of practice issued by the College of Policing or documents issued by the National Police Chiefs’ Council intended to direct policing practices.

New clause 126 would make previous complaints or convictions a factor in determining how to handle new complaints against police officers. New clause 127 adds penalty points to the driving licence of individuals convicted of fly-tipping offences. Clause 128 imposes requirements for third or subsequent shoplifting offences, including curfew, exclusion and electronic monitoring requirements.

Ms. Doe supported the amendments, particularly those relating to repeat offenders in retail environments. She cited statistics from a recent survey indicating that assaults on retail workers have risen by 20% over the past year and emphasised the need for stronger deterrents.

Mr. Green raised concerns about the potential impact of these measures on civil liberties, arguing that while it is important to address public safety issues, it is crucial not to overreach with legislative solutions that could disproportionately affect law-abiding citizens.

Mr. Brown highlighted the socio-economic factors contributing to repeat offences in his constituency, including high unemployment and low educational attainment rates. He emphasised the importance of addressing these underlying issues alongside punitive measures.

This new clause would make a person guilty of repeat offences of using vehicles in a manner causing alarm, distress or annoyance liable to penalty points on their driving licence or the revocation of their licence. By doing so, it aims to deter such behaviour through stricter penalties.

This new clause would ensure police officers who failed their vetting can be dismissed. It inserts provisions into the Police Act 1996 allowing for automatic dismissal without notice under certain conditions, aiming to maintain high standards within the force.

This new clause makes theft of high value farming equipment an aggravating factor on sentencing. It inserts a section into the Sentencing Act 2020 which requires courts to treat such theft as an aggravating factor during sentencing, thereby increasing penalties for these crimes.

This new clause would change the defence to criminal damage in the Criminal Damage Act 1971. It specifies that a belief must be both honestly held and reasonable to qualify as a valid defence, aiming to clarify legal definitions and standards.

This new clause defines ‘serious disruption to the life of the community’ so as to amend the effects of the Zeigler judgement. It updates provisions in the Public Order Act 1986, ensuring that public processions or assemblies are considered disruptive if they hinder essential activities.

This new clause would remove the prohibition on the police entering a private dwelling to confiscate an off-road bike that is driven without a licence, uninsured, or being used illegally and would create a duty to destroy such bikes. It amends sections of both the Road Traffic Act 1988 and the Police Reform Act 2002.

This new clause allows the police to access the UK Tobacco Track and Trace system for determining whether a retailer has obtained stolen or counterfeit tobacco illegally. It introduces regulations requiring such access through provisions in existing legislation.

This new clause would create an offence of soliciting prostitution for rent. It inserts into the Sexual Offences Act 2003 a new section making it illegal to cause or incite someone to become a prostitute in exchange for accommodation or reduced rent, addressing exploitation through housing.

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The hon. Member for Strangford commended the hon. Lady's party for bringing forward this legislation and inquired whether she had an opportunity to look at the specific legislation brought in by Lord Morrow in Northern Ireland.

Responding, the hon. Member reiterated her stance on prostitution and mentioned that the current legal framework allows for pimping websites to operate openly and freely, making millions of pounds every year by advertising vulnerable women for prostitution in the UK.

The hon. Member questioned whether implementing this model would increase violence towards sex workers based on evidence from the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland, arguing that it did not look at prostitution through the same lens.

In her response, the hon. Member for Dartford outlined amendments to make it a criminal offence to enable or profit from prostitution online and offline, shift the burden of criminality off victims of sexual exploitation, and decriminalise soliciting on the street.

Bhatti's constituent, 'Bethan', was mentioned as a champion on the issue of convicted sex offenders having parental responsibility. The speaker supported Antoniazzi’s amendments.

Champion discussed new clauses to better protect child victims from sexual and criminal exploitation, stressing the need for proper training for mandated reporters. She also highlighted the issue of criminally exploited children being at risk of prosecution rather than protection.

Proposed new clause 5, focusing on criminalising cuckooing and addressing the dangers of e-bikes. He mentioned that e-bikes are becoming responsible for dangerous behaviour on streets, leading to injuries and fatalities. Statistics were cited: in 2022, there were 462 pedestrian casualties from collisions with pedal cycles; in 2023-24, incidents involving e-bikes and e-scooters rose to 11,266. He argued for better legislation to penalise dangerous cycling behaviour on e-bikes.

Raised concerns about the increase in serious injuries and fatalities caused by heavy class 3 mobility scooters, which are not subject to insurance rules or penalised under dangerous driving regulations. She suggested that the Government should consider implementing legislation for such vehicles.

Discussed illegal conversion kits accessible online that allow ordinary bicycles to be converted into high-speed e-bikes, and questioned whether more could be done by the Government to crack down on this issue.

Suggested a public information campaign to educate people about the illegality of certain bikes sold in shops. He also proposed that such campaigns should be backed by penalties for selling illegal bikes in shops.

Supports Sir Iain Duncan Smith's amendment, noting a real problem with illegal usage of e-scooters in public areas. Suggests the law needs to be more proactive and expressive on this issue.

Proposes new clauses restricting delivery and display of pointed knives, aiming to reduce knife-related deaths and injuries. Supports setting up an economic crime fighting fund and expresses concern about the strain on the criminal justice system.

Supports Andy Slaughter's proposals, highlighting progress in the debate regarding rounded kitchen knives as a solution to knife crime.

Argues that repealing laws relating to unauthorised encampments would leave communities unprotected against issues like litter and excrement. Suggests there was good reason for the law's introduction.

Questions whether there was a need for the 2022 legislation given existing powers, suggesting that previous measures were not working effectively.

Proposes new clause 41 to require His Majesty’s Inspectorate of Constabulary and Fire and Rescue Services to include firearms licencing in their PEEL obligations. Highlights the inconsistency in the application of firearms licensing across different police forces, citing delays and inefficiencies. Expresses concerns over public safety due to inefficient processes and provides examples of malpractice. Proposes new clause 41 as a means to ensure accountability and efficiency.

Supports new clause 107, which requires the Home Secretary to publish a comprehensive equality impact assessment within 12 months of the Bill becoming law. Raises concerns about disproportionate impacts on black men, Muslim communities, women, and minoritised groups under current criminal justice laws. Argues for greater scrutiny, accountability, transparency in how powers are used, especially concerning violence against women and girls. Supports amendments addressing joint enterprise and facial recognition technology.

Supports new clause 130 to strengthen the law on tool theft. Cites an example of a raid where stolen tools were recovered from unlicensed boot sales, highlighting the need for stronger laws against such criminal activities.

Supports the amendment proposed by John French, emphasising that it's a way for the Government to show support for local businesses and tradespeople who rely on their tools for work.

Agrees with John French’s view that this is not just about theft but impacts livelihoods significantly, especially in rural areas. He suggests the need to criminalize these acts as a serious offence.

Acknowledges Alex Insley from his constituency for bringing attention to this issue through his podcast, highlighting the daily instances of tool theft affecting tradespeople's mental and financial health.

Supports new clauses addressing joint enterprise law reform by changing it to reduce unjust convictions impacting young black and working-class individuals disproportionately. Proposes enshrining the right to protest in law, emphasising the importance of peaceful protests for democratic rights.

Supports new clause 43 aimed at commencing the Protection from Sex-based Harassment in Public Act 2023. The act seeks to criminalise harassment of people based on their sex, which overwhelmingly affects women.

The MP expresses frustration at the way in which the Government appear to be blocking commencement of the Act, although he supports it.

The MP points out that 21 months have passed since Royal Assent and requests either a time for commencement or specific problems preventing its implementation. He criticises the Government's decision to vote against new clause 43, which has cross-party support.

The MP supports the Act and urges the Minister for VAWG to provide a specific problem or time frame that is stopping commencement of the legislation. She emphasises the importance of cross-party support and the Labour Government's commitment to halving violence against women and girls.

The MP discusses new clause 47, which aims to stop mobile phones that have been stolen from being reconnected to the cloud and sold on. She highlights the increase in mobile phone theft and calls for manufacturers to take this issue seriously.

The MP speaks about new clause 121, which aims to extend the definition of extreme pornography to include depictions of non-fatal strangulation. She emphasises the need to ban these harmful practices and sends a strong message that such acts are not normal or safe.

The MP discusses new clause 155, which aims to tackle financial and economic crime. He highlights the prevalence of economic crime in the UK and calls for greater enforcement efforts.

Mr Maguire highlighted the severe impact of rural crime on farmers, small businesses, and communities in North Cornwall. He supported Liberal Democrat new clauses to extend equipment theft prevention legislation, establish a dedicated rural crime taskforce, and ensure adequate neighbourhood policing resources. Additionally, he proposed clauses to make water company pollution breaches criminal offences.

Ms Taylor addressed the issue of hate crimes, highlighting disparities in sentencing powers across different categories. She proposed new clause 122 to ensure that all forms of hate crime receive equal treatment under the law.

Debates new clause 122 to equalise hate crime laws and protect LGBT people and disabled individuals from aggravated offences. Emphasises the importance of taking a step forward for equal rights.

Speaks in support of new clause 51, which calls for stricter penalties for drivers who cause death by driving without licence or insurance. Cites a tragic case study involving Emma Johnson and her parents' car accident.

Supports new clause 25 to repeal police powers that negatively impact Gypsy, Roma, and Traveller communities. Cites a High Court ruling declaring certain provisions incompatible with the Human Rights Act.

Supports various new clauses including 160 for extending the limitation period for rape cases, and others that address name changes by sex offenders and hate-motivated offences against emergency workers.

Proposes new clauses to regulate violent online pornography and ban strangulation content. Cites the review conducted for the Government by Baroness Gabby Bertin into online pornography.

Supports new clause 123 to remove parental rights of convicted sex offenders. He cites the case of a constituent named Bethan whose daughter's father was banned from contact with other children but not his own, leading to legal challenges and emotional distress for her family.

Supports new clauses 15 and 16 addressing inadequate penalties for unlicensed drivers and insufficient consequences for failing to stop after an incident. References the tragic death of Harry Parker, whose case highlights the current law's inadequacies.

Proposes new clause 156 in response to a premeditated attack on his constituent Isabella. The clause seeks to create an offence for filming and distributing violent acts with the intent to humiliate victims.

Supports Edward Morello's stance, emphasising the severe psychological impact on victims of such attacks, including contemplation of suicide due to humiliation and mental health issues.

The hon. Member for West Dorset spoke about incidents of violence among young people and online sharing, citing a Youth Endowment Fund survey showing 70% of young people witnessed real-world violence in the past year. He urged for legal changes based on Isabella's case.

The hon. Member for Knowsley spoke in support of new clause 48 to create a stand-alone offence of assaulting delivery workers, citing numerous instances of abuse and violence faced by such workers. She mentioned that 77% of delivery workers have experienced abuse in the past year, with 13% physically assaulted.

The hon. Member for an unknown constituency spoke about new clauses concerning neighbourhood policing and police funding, criticising the Government's recent plans as insufficient due to lack of clarity in implementation details.

The hon. Member for Bolton North East spoke about new clause 44, also known as Banaz’s law, in memory of Banaz Mahmod who was murdered by family members. She highlighted the police failings in handling Banaz's case and the need to address community involvement in such crimes.

Called for the recognition of honour-based abuse as an aggravating factor in sentencing and victim-survivors who act in self-defence or under coercion after years of abuse to be recognised as a mitigating factor. Emphasised the need for further action against all forms of honour-based abuse.

Supported new clauses 45, 46, 108, 7, and 150 addressing child sex offences, buying cars without verifiable ID, freedom of expression regarding religion or belief, pornography, and cousin marriage. Highlighted the importance of protecting vulnerable individuals and promoting social cohesion.

Supported new clause 122 to make all existing strands of hate crime an aggravated offence, particularly for disabilities. Cited the case of Fiona Pilkington and Francecca Hardwick as an example of a failure to properly identify disability hate crimes.

Supported new clauses 85 and 86 for neighbourhood policing. Emphasised the importance of community engagement, ward panels, and ringfenced funding for community policing activities.

Celebrities such as Emma Raducanu feel unsafe due to stalking, indicating that the law needs strengthening. The hon. Member agrees with this viewpoint.

Supports new clause 157 which seeks to streamline police case files preparation and submission to reduce red tape, enabling officers to support victims better and build community trust.

Transport workers face verbal abuse, sexual harassment or physical assault daily. New measures are needed for legal protection against assaulting a transport worker with an extended sentence from six to 12 months. Transport workers have high levels of PTSD and low confidence in reporting incidents due to the lack of support.

Welcomes Government's movement to close a loophole that makes it an offence to abuse emergency workers based on race, religion or sexual orientation in private dwellings.

Eccles questions whether introducing additional laws is necessary, suggesting instead that the courts should adhere more closely to current legislation. She supports addressing issues of free speech but emphasises adherence to the law.

Phillips intervenes to raise concerns about antisemitism and suggests that protecting individuals from hatred is a priority, questioning the need for an amendment that could damage religious relations.

Adam questions Timothy's stance on Islamophobia, presenting a personal example to highlight the impact of hate crimes on communities. He challenges the idea that criticism is separate from protection against such acts.

McDonnell discusses an anomaly in terrorism legislation since 2020, highlighting concerns about the misuse of definitions leading to harsher sentencing for protests. He calls for addressing this issue to prevent miscarriages of justice.

Berry supports various new clauses aimed at improving transparency and fairness in law enforcement, including data publication on antisocial behaviour orders. She also expresses concerns about certain measures for sex workers' safety.

Supported new clause 48 tabled by his hon. Friend the Member for Knowsley (Anneliese Midgley), emphasising the need to protect retail workers who face abuse, assault, and unique challenges in upholding age-restricted sales laws.

Supported new clause 48 tabled by Michael Wheeler, highlighting that delivery drivers also require protection similar to in-store staff who enforce the law without safety nets of colleagues or security.

Called for a national inquiry into rape gangs and questioned the adequacy of local inquiries, emphasising the need for speed, independence, and judicial powers in the investigation to ensure justice for victims.

Welcomed the inquiry but emphasised the urgency of implementing the 20 recommendations from the Jay review without delay.

Supported new clause 122 to create aggravated offences for hate crimes based on sexual orientation, transgender identity, disability, or perceived identity, aligning with Labour's commitment to equality in the criminal justice system.

The member welcomed the Government’s mission for safer streets but criticised the lack of sufficient police funding. She highlighted issues in her constituency, including organised shoplifting and a need for more neighborhood policing. She supported new clause 122 to extend protections against hate crimes motivated by sexual orientation, transgender identity or disability.

The member strongly supported new clause 122, emphasising the impact of hate crimes and providing examples from his constituency. He discussed the need for better reporting mechanisms, education to prevent prejudice, and adequate support services for victims.

The member called for a ban on live facial recognition technology due to its lack of safety, legal legitimacy, and potential for bias. He criticised the Court of Appeal's ruling that it breached public sector equalities duties.

Facial recognition lacks legal legitimacy by operating under vague common law powers, unlike DNA or fingerprints. It undermines democratic rights and has been used to monitor protesters.

New clause 22 calls for broader safeguards on automated decision making to ensure human review of AI use in law enforcement, transparency about held information, contesting decisions made by any AI.

Communities have been plagued by crime and antisocial behaviour. More than 4,500 police community support officers have been removed since 2015; more than 2 million crimes went unsolved in England and Wales in 2024.

Liberal Democrats' amendments aim to address sewage dumping into rivers, with new clauses creating offences for failing to meet pollution commitment levels, and senior manager liability for failure to meet those levels.

Calls for a minimum level of neighbourhood policing, and amendments to guarantee minimum levels of neighbourhood policing with dedicated teams in local authorities. Opposes any opposition to such measures.

Asked why anyone would be against a minimum level of neighbourhood policing but suggested that the Liberal Democrats' new clause is insufficient and should put pressure on the Policing Minister.

Agrees with the importance of neighbourhood policing, including proper funding formula to support it. Supports amendments for rural crime, extending the Equipment Theft Prevention Act 2023 and establishing a rural crime taskforce.

Supports new clause 89 for police officers' duty of candour in investigations and oversight processes; new clause 90 seeks to ensure proper training on mental health support. Commends cross-party work on new clause 43.

Highlights the issue of tool theft affecting tradesmen, citing research showing 45,000 reported incidents annually. Proposes new clause 130 to address this through fines equating to replacement costs and tougher sentences for perpetrators. Criticises funding cuts impacting police numbers.

Asks if the Conservatives would have tackled tool theft had they won another term, highlighting their record of increasing police funding while opposing tax measures that could have impacted police forces negatively.

Proposes new clauses to amend the offence of possession of extreme pornographic images and implements other recommendations of Baroness Bertin’s pornography review.

Supports similar amendments as Jess Asato, aiming to criminalise pornography depicting strangulation and suffocation.

Proposes new clause 122 which would make all existing strands of hate crime an aggravated offence. References the increase in hate crimes towards transgender people.

Tackles child criminal exploitation and seeks to protect victims, voiceless and survivors through proposed legislation.

Proposes new clause 43 which would tie commencement of the Act to the timelines of this Bill addressing public sexual harassment.

Aims to address honour-based abuse through proposed changes in legislation.

Proposes 30 new clauses, emphasising the importance of taking stronger action against theft of tools from tradespeople and reselling stolen tools.

Works with the Minister to ensure that sentencing powers reflect the real cost of tool theft crime.

Proposed the amendments regarding non-crime perception records and their retention.

Introduced a new clause to automatically commence Protection from Sex-based Harassment in Public Act 2023 upon Royal Assent of the Crime and Policing Bill.

Suggested creating senior manager liability for failure to meet pollution performance commitment levels, proposing a new clause.

Amended the legal definition of extreme pornography by extending it to include nonfatal strangulation.

Proposes multiple amendments to ensure certain clauses and schedules have the appropriate extent, including providing for specific sections in Northern Ireland and Scotland.