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Local Government (Amendment) Bill

A Bill to amend the Local Government Act 1992 to allow for the establishment of unitary authorities throughout England; and for connected purposes.

Originating House

House of Commons

Parliament last updated

1 May 2012

In Plain English

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This bill would amend the Local Government Act 1992 to enable the creation of unitary local authorities across England, with related changes to how such reorganisations could be carried out. It is currently at the 2nd reading in the House of Commons.

Key Points

Amends the Local Government Act 1992 to allow the establishment of unitary authorities across England.
Provides the framework for how such reorganisations would be implemented and managed (the connected purposes).
Current status: 2nd reading in the House of Commons.

Who is affected?

Residents of EnglandLocal authorities and council staffElected councillors and other local government officialsBusinesses and other organisations relying on local public services

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Bill Stages

1st readingCommons

31 Jan 2012

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3rd readingCommons

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Updates & Documents

News (1)

News - Local Government (Amendment)

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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