A Bill to amend the succession to the title of Duke of Cornwall; to remove various powers, exemptions and immunities from the Duchy of Cornwall; to make provisions relating to the Treasury Solicitor and any solicitor or attorney appointed in the affairs of the Duchy; and for connected purposes
House of Lords
5 May 2021
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The Duchy of Cornwall Bill [HL] would change who inherits the title of Duke of Cornwall and streamline the Duchy’s governance by removing certain powers, exemptions and immunities. It also sets out rules for the Duchy’s legal affairs, including the role of the Treasury Solicitor and any solicitors or attorneys appointed to act for the Duchy, along with related provisions.
Originated in the Lords. The bill completed its first reading on 20 January 2020 and is currently at the second reading in the Lords.
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20 Jan 2020
First reading took place on 20 January. This stage is a formality that signals the start of the Bill's journey through the Lords.
Second reading - the general debate on all aspects of the Bill - is yet to be scheduled.
The 2019-2021 session of Parliament has prorogued and this Bill will make no further progress.
No recorded votes for this bill yet.
