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Member

Speaking in the House of Lords on 11 February 2026

Debate

English Devolution and Community Empowerment Bill

Contribution

“If an asset is important to a group of local people, such as artists and musicians, we consider there to be a clear argument that it has a community value and should be listed by the local authority if nominated. We intend to publish comprehensive statutory guidance for local authorities on the asset types we would expect them to list, including cultural assets such as grassroots music venues, recording studios, theatres, and rehearsal spaces. Officials are currently in the process of developing this guidance and welcome any feedback on its contents, particularly in relation to cultural assets”.

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