Proceeding contribution from Lord Moylan (Conservative) in the House of Lords on Monday, 13 July 2026. It occurred during Debate on bill on Civil Aviation (Consumer Protection and Regulatory Reform) Bill [HL].

Civil Aviation (Consumer Protection and Regulatory Reform) Bill [HL]

Moved by

Lord Moylan

3: Clause 1, page 1, line 12, at end insert—

“(1A) When making regulations under subsection (1), the Secretary of State must have regard to promoting economic growth.

(1B) In complying with subsection (1A), the Secretary of State must in particular consider the impact of the regulations on—

(a) the competitiveness of air transport service providers and airport operators,

(b) investment in the United Kingdom aviation sector, and

Member’s explanatory statement

This amendment requires the Secretary of State to have regard to the desirability of promoting economic growth before making regulations under clause 1, with particular reference to the competitiveness of the aviation sector, investment, and the regulatory burden on businesses.

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Type: Proceeding contribution
Reference: 858 cc437-9
Session: 2026-27
Chamber / Committee: House of Lords chamber
Subjects: Complaints Access Disability Children Disclosure of information Compensation Consumers Carers Aviation Air traffic control Air pollution Aircraft Airports Crew Civil Aviation Authority Disability aids Fees and charges Environment protection Fines Economic growth Ministerial powers Powers of entry Protection Public consultation Passengers Noise Standards Allergies Regulation Safety Landing rights Regional airports EGNOS Airspace Trade competitiveness NATS Henry VIII clauses Competition and Markets Authority
Legislation: Civil Aviation (Consumer Protection and Regulatory Reform) Bill (HL) 2026-27
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Civil Aviation (Consumer Protection and Regulatory Reform) Bill [HL]

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