Overview

This bill seeks to repeal sections 132 to 138 of the Serious Organised Crime and Police Act 2005. These sections currently require authorization for demonstrations near Parliament. The bill aims to remove this requirement, simplifying the process for holding such demonstrations.

Description

The Demonstrations in the Vicinity of Parliament (Removal of Authorisation Requirements) Bill repeals sections 132 to 138 of the Serious Organised Crime and Police Act 2005. This effectively removes the need for prior authorization for demonstrations near the UK Parliament. The bill also makes consequential amendments to the Noise and Statutory Nuisance Act 1993 and the Serious Crime Act 2007, removing references to the repealed sections. The bill applies only to England and Wales and comes into force immediately upon passage.

Government Spending

The bill is expected to have minimal impact on government spending. The repeal of the authorization requirements may reduce administrative costs associated with processing applications, but precise figures are not provided within the bill's text.

Groups Affected

Groups affected include:

• Protest organizers: They will no longer need to seek authorization for demonstrations near Parliament, potentially simplifying the organization of protests.
• Parliamentary authorities: They will lose the power to authorize or restrict demonstrations based on the current legislative framework.
• Police: Their role in managing demonstrations near Parliament may change, as the authorization process is removed. The existing policing frameworks would be relied on for crowd management and safety.

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