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Pedlars (Amendment) Bill

A Bill to amend the Pedlars Act 1871

Originating House

House of Commons

Sponsor

Sir Christopher ChopeConservative

Last Updated

23 October 2009

In Plain English

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This bill would amend the Pedlars Act 1871 to change how pedlars operate under the law. The exact changes are set out in the bill's text, and as a private member's bill introduced by Sir Christopher Chope it is currently at its second reading in the House of Commons.

Key Points

Amends the Pedlars Act 1871 to change street‑trading rules (exact provisions to be detailed in the bill).
Private member's bill introduced by Sir Christopher Chope (Conservative MP).
Currently at the second reading in the House of Commons.

Who is affected?

Pedlars and other street tradersLocal authorities and licensing bodiesLocal residents and businesses in areas where pedlars operateCustomers who buy goods from pedlarsLaw enforcement and magistrates enforcing the Pedlars Act

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Updates & Documents

News (1)

News - Pedlars (Amendment)

1 Jan 1970

This Bill was on the Order Paper for a Second Reading debate on 16 October.

However, the Order for Second Reading lapsed as the Bill had not been printed and can make no further progress.

Parliamentary Votes (0)

No recorded votes for this bill yet.

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