This bill creates a new legal right for Nature itself and requires the government, businesses and individuals to protect it. Anyone harming ecosystems can be taken to court.
A Bill to recognise Nature as a legal subject; establish and protect the rights of Nature; establish a legal duty of care for public bodies, businesses, and individuals; provide procedural rights for the protection of Nature; establish an Integrated Rights Framework; establish mechanisms for dispute resolution and legal enforcement; make provision about Parliamentary scrutiny; establish a Nature Guardianship Council and Bioregional Councils; establish a Nature’s Rights Tribunal; create a governance structure for implementation and integration; provide for phased implementation and periodic review; ensure compliance with international environmental obligations; promote public awareness and education; and for connected purposes.
Status: In Progress
Current House: Lords
Stage: 2nd reading
Sponsored by: Baroness Bennett of Manor Castle
Introduced: 2026-06-01