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High Pay Commission Bill

A Bill to make provision for the establishment of a High Pay Commission; and for connected purposes.

Originating House

House of Commons

Last Updated

1 May 2012

In Plain English

AI-generated

This Bill would create a new public body called the High Pay Commission. Its job would be to examine and report on very high pay levels in organisations and to make recommendations aimed at improving transparency and accountability. It also sets out how the Commission is appointed, how it operates, and how its findings would be shared with Parliament, along with related provisions.

Key Points

Establishes the High Pay Commission as a new public body.
Gives the Commission the duty to examine high pay levels and report findings with recommendations.
Defines governance and reporting arrangements (appointment, funding, accountability) and includes connected provisions.

Who is affected?

Senior executives and other high-paid staffBoards and employers of large organisationsEmployees and workers in organisations covered by the CommissionPublic sector bodies and government departments involved in oversightMembers of the public who benefit from greater transparency and accountability

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Updates & Documents

News (1)

News - High Pay Commission

1 Jan 1970

The Bill was not moved for debate on 30 March 2012. The order to read the Bill a second time lapsed. There is no indication when the Bill will progress further.

The Bill had its first reading on 2 February 2011 through the Ten Minute Rule procedure.

If you require any further information about the Bill then please contact the sponsor Tony Lloyd.

Parliamentary Votes (0)

No recorded votes for this bill yet.

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