Department for Business, Innovation and Skills (Relocation to Sheffield) Bill

A Bill to require the Secretary of State to relocate the headquarters of the Department for Business, Innovation and Skills to Sheffield; and for connected purposes.

Originating House

House of Commons

Last Updated

2 May 2012

In Plain English

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The bill would require the Secretary of State to move the Department for Business, Innovation and Skills’ headquarters to Sheffield and to set out any related arrangements. It aims to define how the move should be carried out and what related purposes are included, with implications for staff, costs and transport. The change could affect where staff work and how the department operates from its new base.

Key Points

It legally requires the BIS headquarters to relocate to Sheffield.
It may establish how the move is funded, managed and timed, including staff transfers.
It affects BIS staff, contractors and the department’s day-to-day operations.
It could have wider regional and transport implications for Sheffield and its surrounding area.

Progress

The bill is currently at the second reading in the House of Commons, where MPs debate its general principles. It has not yet reached committee stage.

Who is affected?

BIS employees and civil servantsContractors and organisations working with BISResidents and businesses in Sheffield and the surrounding regionOther government departments that interact with BISTaxpayers/public funders

Generated 21 February 2026

Updates & Documents

News (1)

News - Department for Business, Innovation and Skills (Relocation to Sheffield)

1 Jan 1970

The Bill failed to complete its passage through Parliament before the end of the session. This means the Bill will make no further progress.

Parliamentary Votes (0)

No recorded votes for this bill yet.

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