Overview

This bill grants the Secretary of State the power to grant a lease of land at Kew Gardens for up to 150 years. This overrides existing limitations on the length of leases that can be granted for this land.

Description

The Kew Gardens (Leases) (No. 2) Bill amends existing legislation concerning the management of Kew Gardens. Specifically, it empowers the Secretary of State to grant leases of land at Kew Gardens for terms of up to 150 years. The bill explicitly states that Section 5 of the Crown Lands Act 1702, which likely restricts lease lengths, will not apply to leases granted under this new power. The bill applies to England and Wales and will come into force two months after it is passed.

Government Spending

The bill is not expected to have a significant direct impact on government spending. The cost will likely be absorbed within the existing budget for the management of Kew Gardens. No specific figures are provided in the bill text.

Groups Affected

• The Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs: Gains the power to grant long-term leases at Kew Gardens.
• Kew Gardens: May experience changes in land management and usage depending on the leases granted.
• Potential Lessees: Will have the opportunity to lease land at Kew Gardens for extended periods.

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