Overview

This bill grants a statutory pardon to Alan Turing for his 1952 conviction under Section 11 of the Criminal Law Amendment Act 1885 (gross indecency between men). The pardon is specifically for the offences he was convicted of, and does not affect other aspects of the legal system.

Description

The Alan Turing (Statutory Pardon) Bill aims to posthumously pardon Alan Turing for his conviction for gross indecency. Specifically:

• Section 1: Statutory Pardon: This section formally pardons Alan Turing for the offences he was convicted of on March 31st, 1952. It explicitly names Turing and the date of his conviction.
• Section 1(2): Limitations: This clarifies that the pardon doesn't affect any other convictions or sentences, nor does it create new rights or liabilities. The Royal Prerogative of Mercy remains unaffected.
• Section 2: Short Title and Extent: This section gives the bill its official title and specifies that it applies only to England and Wales.

Government Spending

The bill is unlikely to have any significant impact on UK government spending, as it only concerns a posthumous pardon and does not involve any financial implications.

Groups Affected

The primary group affected is the legacy of Alan Turing and his family. The pardon is a symbolic act of recognition and redress for his historical conviction. The bill might also have implications for LGBTQ+ rights advocates and those interested in historical justice.

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