Early day motion tabled by primary sponsor Nicholas Winterton (Conservative), on Friday, 27 June 1997, in the House of Commons. It is signed by 33 members in total.

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TRADITIONAL PUBLIC HOUSE NAMES

That this House notes the long-established historical traditions which lie behind the ancient names of public houses and appreciates the special role which they play in community life; deeply regrets the growing trend towards theme pubs, with contrived names that have no relevance for the local community and which can cause embarrassment, ridicule and a sense of alienation for local people; accepts the right of the owners of public houses to change their names; but believes that this should only be done after due consultation with the local community, the planning authority, and the licensing magistrates.

Amendments

The Early day motion has received an amendment.

TRADITIONAL PUBLIC HOUSE NAMES (182A1)

The Early day motion has received an amendment sponsored by Bill Michie (primary, Labour) and tabled on Tuesday, 1 July 1997. It has been signed by 1 members in total.

after 'with', insert 'their regulars,'.

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Secondary information

Type

Early day motion

Reference

182 

182A1 

Session

1997-98

Subjects

Public houses

Link

View this Early day motion on www.parliament.uk