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Heritage Trees Bill

A Bill to make provision about the protection and stewardship of heritage trees in England; and for connected purposes.

The story so farThe Heritage Trees Bill was introduced in the House of Commons on 22 June 2026 by Sir John Hayes (Conservative). It is now at second reading in the House of Commons. Second reading is the first debate on the overall principle of the bill; if the bill clears it, detailed committee scrutiny follows.

Sponsor

• Sir John Hayes Conservative Primary sponsor

Progress through Parliament

Source: the official bill page. Last updated 23 Jun 2026.