Proceeding contribution from Lord Jamieson (Conservative) in the House of Lords on Tuesday, 24 March 2026. It occurred during Debate on bill on English Devolution and Community Empowerment Bill.

English Devolution and Community Empowerment Bill

Moved by

Lord Jamieson

80: After Clause 12, insert the following new Clause—

“Report on the exercise of powers to borrow

(1) The Secretary of State must publish an annual report on the exercise of powers to borrow money by strategic authorities.

(2) This report must include an assessment of the ability of specific authorities to meet the debts incurred.

(3) Copies of that report must be laid before both Houses of Parliament.”

Member’s explanatory statement

This new clause would require the Secretary of State to report on the exercise of powers to borrow money by strategic authorities and their ability to repay the debts incurred.

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Type: Proceeding contribution
Reference: 854 cc1487-4
Session: 2024-26
Chamber / Committee: House of Lords chamber
Subjects: Disclosure of information Accountability Allowances Devolution Council tax Borrowing Local government Referendums Combined authorities Mayors
Legislation: English Devolution and Community Empowerment Bill 2024-26
Link: View this Proceeding contribution on hansard.parliament.uk

English Devolution and Community Empowerment Bill

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