A Bill to amend the law relating to the licensing of Houses in Multiple Occupation; to increase penalties for the contravention of such licences; and for connected purposes.
House of Commons
4 May 2021
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This Bill changes the law about licensing Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs). It aims to tighten safety and enforcement by increasing penalties for breaches of HMO licences. It also includes related measures to support the licensing system and enforcement by authorities.
The Bill is at the Commons 2nd Reading. It originated in the Commons and had its first reading in September 2020; its next steps would typically be committee stage in the Commons and then passage to the Lords.
Generated 21 February 2026
9 Sept 2020
The Bill failed to complete its passage through Parliament before the end of the session. This means the Bill will make no further progress.
No recorded votes for this bill yet.
