Channel 4 (Relocation) Bill

Originating House

House of Commons

Parliament last updated

16 October 2018

In Plain English

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This bill would compel Channel 4 to move its headquarters out of London to a location outside the capital. It would also include related provisions to manage the relocation and any practical steps needed to complete the move.

Key Points

Compels Channel 4 to relocate its headquarters outside London.
Lays out the steps, timeline and related arrangements to complete the relocation.
Affects Channel 4 staff and the local communities where the HQ would relocate, as well as the wider UK broadcasting sector.

Who is affected?

Channel 4 Corporation and its staffLocal communities in the relocation areaThe UK broadcasting sector and related suppliers

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Bill Stages

1st readingCommons

17 Oct 2017

2nd readingCommons

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Report stageCommons

3rd readingCommons

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Royal Assent

Updates & Documents

News (1)

News - Channel 4 (Relocation)

1 Jan 1970

Order for Second Reading on Friday 26 October, read and discharged. Bill withdrawn on Monday 15 October 2018.

Parliamentary Votes (0)

No recorded votes for this bill yet.