A Bill to make provision for the removal of restrictions on principal local authorities in England to set levels of council tax; and for connected purposes.
House of Commons
Sir Christopher ChopeConservative
5 May 2021
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This bill would remove certain restrictions that currently prevent principal local authorities in England from setting their own council tax levels. It seeks to give councils greater freedom to fund local services and manage budgets, with provisions described as for connected purposes. The measure is being considered in the House of Commons and is introduced by Sir Christopher Chope.
The bill is at the 2nd reading in the House of Commons after its first reading in February 2020. If it advances, it would move through further parliamentary stages.
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