Newhaven West Beach (Public Access) Bill

What the bill does

A Bill to provide for a right of public access on foot to Newhaven West Beach; to impose duties on the harbour authority in respect of that right, including requirements to open and maintain specified access routes; to provide for exemptions from those duties for reasons of safety or in connection with harbour operations; and for connected purposes.

Progress through Parliament

What 2nd reading means, and what happens next

Second reading is the first full debate on the principle of the bill. The House votes on whether it should proceed at all.

If it passes, the bill goes to committee stage, where it is examined line by line and amendments are considered.

Read the full guide to this stage: What happens at second reading of a bill

Questions about the Newhaven West Beach (Public Access) Bill

What stage is the Newhaven West Beach (Public Access) Bill at?

The Newhaven West Beach (Public Access) Bill is currently at 2nd reading in the UK Parliament.

Has the Newhaven West Beach (Public Access) Bill become law?

Not yet. A bill becomes law only when it has passed both Houses and received Royal Assent. The Newhaven West Beach (Public Access) Bill is currently at 2nd reading.

What happens next to the Newhaven West Beach (Public Access) Bill?

If it passes, the bill goes to committee stage, where it is examined line by line and amendments are considered.

Who sponsored the Newhaven West Beach (Public Access) Bill?

The Newhaven West Beach (Public Access) Bill was sponsored by James MacCleary.

When was the Newhaven West Beach (Public Access) Bill introduced?

It was introduced to Parliament on 28 April 2026, at first reading.

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