A Bill to increase the powers available to local authorities in relation to unauthorised development of green belt and greenfield land; and for connected purposes
House of Commons
3 February 2012
The Planning (Green Belt Protection) Bill would give local planning authorities more powers to act against unauthorised development on green belt and greenfield land. It aims to strengthen protection for these areas and introduce related measures to help enforcement and land management.
The bill is currently at the 2nd reading in the House of Commons. After this stage it would typically move to committee for detailed scrutiny, then to report stage and third reading before progressing to the Lords.
Generated 21 February 2026
This Bill has been withdrawn and will not progress any further.
The Bill had its first reading on 3 May 2011 through the Ten minute Rule Procedure. The Second reading was expected on 9 September but was withdrawn.
If you require any further information about the Bill then please contact the sponsoring Member, Bob Stewart.
No recorded votes for this bill yet.
