Parliamentary Bills

Local Elections (Proportional Representation) Bill [HL]

Private Members' Bill (Starting in the House of Lords)

Originated in the House of Lords, Session 2026-27

Last updated: 16 June 2026 at 17:29

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Long title

A Bill to introduce a system of proportional representation for locally elected bodies in England if agreed following a public consultation and a referendum of registered voters in the area affected; and for connected purposes.

Sponsor

Lord Balfe
Conservative
Life peer

Current version of the Bill

HL Bill 28 (as introduced)
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16 June 2026
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Bill started in the House of Lords
1st reading
2nd reading
Committee stage
Report stage
3rd reading
Bill in the House of Commons
1st reading
2nd reading
Committee stage
Report stage
3rd reading
Final stages
Consideration of amendments
Royal Assent
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