Compulsory Purchase and Planning Bill

A Bill to grant local authorities increased powers of compulsory purchase; to amend the law relating to land valuation and compensation; to make provision requiring landowners to fulfil conditions relating to planning permission; and for connected purposes.

Originating House

House of Commons

Sponsor

Emma HardyLabour (Co-op)

Last Updated

17 September 2019

In Plain English

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This bill would give local authorities stronger powers to acquire land for development. It would reform land valuation and compensation, and require landowners to fulfil planning permission conditions. It also makes related changes to planning and land-use rules.

Key Points

Expands local authorities' powers to compulsorily purchase land for development.
Reforms how land is valued and how compensation is calculated to streamline processes.
Requires landowners to fulfil conditions attached to planning permission.
Includes associated changes to planning and land-use rules (connected purposes).
Could affect property owners, developers, and communities involved in public projects.

Progress

The bill is currently at the 2nd reading in the House of Commons. If approved, it would move to the committee stage for detailed examination and potential amendments.

Who is affected?

Local authorities and planning authoritiesLandowners whose land may be acquired through compulsory purchaseDevelopers and construction firms involved in planning-enabled projectsTenants or occupiers of land affected by acquisitionsCommunities expected to benefit from public development projects

Generated 21 February 2026

Updates & Documents

News (1)

News - Compulsory Purchase and Planning

1 Jan 1970

The Bill failed to complete its passage through Parliament before the end of the session. This means the Bill will make no further progress.

Parliamentary Votes (0)

No recorded votes for this bill yet.

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