MP Introduces Heritage Public Houses Bill for South Staffordshire and Kingswinford
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Updated Sep 25
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What happened
Lothan Cousins introduced the Heritage Public Houses Bill as a Private Member’s Bill. The legislation proposes placing a duty on local authorities to ensure heritage pubs receive proper legal protection. The bill is scheduled to proceed to its Second Reading on October 16, 2026.
Why it matters
The bill aims to strengthen legal protections for heritage pubs, which could impact the hospitality industry in South Staffordshire and Kingswinford. It proposes a regulatory duty on local authorities to enforce these protections.
Who's involved
- Lothan CousinsMember of Parliament who introduced the Heritage Public Houses Bill.
- South StaffordshireLocal government district where the bill proposes duties on authorities.
- KingswinfordLocal area affected by the proposed legislation.
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The entities involved
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South Staffordshire
local government district in Staffordshire, England
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parliament
legislative body of government
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Kingswinford
suburban area of the Borough of Dudley, West Midlands, England
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