Details News Stages Publications Long title A Bill to extend permitted development rights to include wildlife ponds under 0.2 hectares; and for connected purposes. Sponsor Rebecca Smith Conservative South West Devon Current version of the Bill Bill 51 2026-27 (as introduced) - pdf Get File View PDF document Opens in new window 26 August 2026 Commons Bill passage Bill started in the House of Commons 1st reading 2nd reading Committee stage Report stage 3rd reading Bill in the House of Lords 1st reading 2nd reading Committee stage Report stage 3rd reading Final stages Consideration of amendments Royal Assent Key Complete In progress Not applicable Not yet reached