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Member

Speaking in the House of Lords on 30 October 2024

Debate

Water (Special Measures) Bill [HL]

Contribution

It is not true that we will wait until 2030 to implement the results of the independent commission—we intend to implement the recommendations as soon as possible. It is expected to report by the middle of next year. We expect that a number of these recommendations will not need primary legislation and can begin to be implemented soon after the report comes in. Some recommendations may require further primary legislation, which will then require passage through Parliament, so that will take a bit longer. I hope that helps to answer the noble Lord’s question.

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