Bill · started in the Lords
Local Plans (Burial Space) Bill [HL]
A Bill to make provision about the inclusion of guaranteed burial ground space within Local Plans.
In progress
Current stage: 2nd reading (Lords)
The story so farThe Local Plans (Burial Space) Bill was introduced in the House of Lords on 2 June 2026 by Lord Mohammed of Tinsley (Liberal Democrat). It is now at second reading in the House of Lords. Second reading is the first debate on the overall principle of the bill; if the bill clears it, detailed committee scrutiny follows.
Sponsor
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Lord Mohammed of Tinsley
Liberal Democrat
Primary sponsor
Progress through Parliament
- 1st reading Lords 2 Jun 2026
- 2nd reading Lords 3 Jul 2026
Source: the official bill page. Last updated 6 Jul 2026.