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Member
Speaking in the House of Lords on 5 March 2026
Debate
English Devolution and Community Empowerment BillContribution
In the first instance, the negotiation period will give community buyers and asset owners the opportunity to agree a mutually acceptable price. If they are unable to reach an agreement, an independent valuation process will determine a fair price for both parties based on market value, and communities will have the opportunity to make representations to the independent valuer to support them in making their determination. This will be the final price that communities will have to meet to purchase an asset.
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