This bill allows trade documents like bills of lading to be legally recognised in electronic form, matching their paper counterparts' legal status. It affects shipping, finance, and international trade sectors.
A Bill to make provision about electronic trade documents; and for connected purposes.
Status: Act of Parliament
Current House: Unassigned
Stage: Royal Assent
Sponsored by: Paul Scully
Introduced: 2022-10-12
Royal Assent: 2023-07-20