Local Government Finance (Amendment) Bill

Originating House

House of Commons

Last Updated

1 May 2012

In Plain English

AI-generated

This bill would create a new council tax band specifically for second homes by amending the Local Government Finance Act 1992. It would allow local councils to charge a higher rate on second homes and include related provisions to support the change.

Key Points

Creates an additional council tax band for second homes.
Amends the Local Government Finance Act 1992 to enable the new band.
Allows local authorities to apply a higher council tax to second homes.
Includes connected provisions to support the introduction and operation of the new band.

Progress

The bill is currently at the 2nd reading in the House of Commons. If supported, it would move on to the committee stage for detailed examination.

Who is affected?

Second-home ownersLocal authorities/council tax billing authoritiesCommunities in areas with high levels of second-home ownership

Generated 21 February 2026

Updates & Documents

News (1)

News - Local Government Finance (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.