Bill · started in the Commons
Ponds (Permitted Development) Bill
A Bill to extend permitted development rights to include wildlife ponds under 0.2 hectares; and for connected purposes.
In progress
Current stage: 2nd reading (Commons)
The story so farThe Ponds (Permitted Development) Bill was introduced in the House of Commons on 22 June 2026 by Rebecca Smith (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
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Rebecca Smith
Conservative
Primary sponsor
Progress through Parliament
- 1st reading Commons 22 Jun 2026
- 2nd reading Commons 4 Sep 2026
Source: the official bill page. Last updated 23 Jun 2026.