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Disqualification from Parliament (Taxation Status) Bill

A Bill to make provision for disqualification from membership of the House of Commons and the House of Lords on grounds relating to residence and domicile for taxation purposes; and for connected purposes

What this bill does

This Bill would introduce a new disqualification procedure for members of both Houses relating to residence and domicile for tax purposes. It would require Members and peers to submit a declaration that they complied with these conditions to the Speaker or the Lord Speaker.

Originating House

House of Commons

Last Updated

16 June 2008

In Plain English

AI-generated

This Bill would create a new disqualification rule for MPs and peers based on their tax residence and domicile status. It would require Members and peers to submit a declaration confirming they meet these conditions to the Speaker (Commons) or the Lord Speaker (Lords).

Key Points

Introduces a new ground for disqualification tied to where a member lives and their tax domicile.
MPs and peers must declare their compliance with these conditions.
Declarations are submitted to the Speaker of the House of Commons or the Lord Speaker of the House of Lords.
The measure applies to both Houses of Parliament and establishes a new procedure for disqualification.
It includes related provisions described as 'connected purposes'.

Progress

The Bill is at the second reading in the Commons. If it progresses, it would move to committee stage and then proceed to the Lords.

Who is affected?

Members of the House of Commons (MPs)Members of the House of Lords (peers)

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Updates & Documents

Documents (2)

Bill as introduced - html version

BillCommons

7 Dec 2007

Bill as introduced - pdf version

BillCommons

7 Dec 2007

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