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Property (Registration and Valuation) 2026-01-06

06 January 2026 · 1 other contributor

Opened by Jodie Gosling Lab Nuneaton

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At a glance

Jodie Gosling raised concerns about property (registration and valuation) 2026-01-06 in the House of Commons. Other MPs contributed to the debate.

Key points

  • Proposes a Bill to set requirements for the registration and valuation of domestic and non-domestic property.
  • Highlights the issue of empty properties in Nuneaton, noting over 1,800 vacant properties.
  • Supports measures like second-home surcharge and additional charges on long-term empty properties.

How the debate unfolded

MPs spoke in turn to share their views and ask questions. Here's what each person said.

Opened the debate

Jodie Gosling Lab Nuneaton

Proposes a Bill to make provision about requirements relating to the registration and valuation of domestic and non-domestic property, exemptions from such requirements, and connected purposes. Emphasises the need for thriving communities with warm homes and safe places, highlighting the issue of empty properties in Nuneaton with over 1,800 vacant properties equivalent to one in every 24. Supports measures such as second-home surcharge and additional charges on long-term empty properties but argues these alone are insufficient.

Other contributors (1)
  • Jodie Gosling Lab Nuneaton

    Argues for a Bill to reform property registration and valuation, noting that vacant properties can lie unoccupied for years, leading to wasted potential and eyesores attracting antisocial behaviour. Provides examples from Nuneaton, such as the Kingsholme pub standing empty since 2008 and houses on Stoney Road removed from the valuation list in 2000. States nationally around 260,000 residences are long-term empty and zero-rated, preventing councils from charging levies or holding owners accountable for neglect.

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