Caravan Sites Bill [HL]

A Bill to make provision to secure the establishment of caravan sites by local authorities in England for the use of Gypsies and Travellers.

Originating House

House of Lords

Last Updated

2 May 2012

In Plain English

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The Caravan Sites Bill would require or enable local authorities in England to plan, establish and run caravan sites for Gypsies and Travellers. It sets duties and powers for councils to provide, manage and fund these sites within a clear framework. The aim is to improve accommodation options for Gypsies and Travellers and to provide a consistent, lawful approach to site provision.

Key Points

The bill would require or enable English local authorities to plan, establish and run caravan sites for Gypsies and Travellers.
It would set out duties for councils to develop and manage sites and provide basic facilities.
It provides a framework for funding, standards and ongoing site management.
The measure aims to create a consistent, lawful approach to site provision and reduce unauthorised encampments.

Progress

The bill is currently at the second reading in the House of Lords and is progressing through its passage. It originated in the Lords.

Who is affected?

Gypsies and Travellers who would use caravan sitesLocal authorities in England (councils) responsible for planning, acquiring land and managing sitesLocal residents and communities near caravan sitesTraveller organisations and advocacy groupsLandowners and developers who may supply or prepare land for sites

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Updates & Documents

News (1)

News - Caravan Sites

1 Jan 1970

First reading took place on 1 December. This stage is a formality that signals the start of the Bill's journey through the Lords.

The 2010-12 session of parliament has prorogued and this Bill will make no further progress.

Documents (1)

HL Bill 115 2010-12 (as introduced)

BillLords

2 Dec 2011

Parliamentary Votes (0)

No recorded votes for this bill yet.

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