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Vacant Commercial Properties (Temporary Use) Bill

Private Members' Bill (under the Ten Minute Rule)

Originated in the House of Commons, Session 2024-26

Last updated: 6 May 2026 at 10:28

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Long title

A Bill to enable local authorities to allocate for temporary use by charities, community organisations and small businesses any vacant commercial properties during the period of their vacancy; to provide for certain obligations on landlords of commercial property in connection with such allocations; and for connected purposes.

Sponsor

Luke Akehurst
Labour
North Durham

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