“The Chancellor of the Exchequer must publish an annual report on the impact of this Act on the number of second homes in National Parks and Areas of Natural Beauty.”—(Tim Farron.)

This new clause would require that an annual report is published on the impact of the Bill on the number of second or subsequent homes in National Parks and Areas of Natural Beauty.

Brought up, and read the First time.

Question put, That the clause be read a Second time.

The House divided: Ayes 14, Noes 310.

Question accordingly negatived.

More than two hours having elapsed since the commencement of proceedings, the proceedings were interrupted (Order, 24 October).

The Chair put forthwith the Question necessary for the disposal of the business to be concluded at that time (Standing Order No. 83D).

Amendment made: 14, in the Title, after “Reduce” insert “, for a temporary period,”.—(Victoria Atkins.)

This amendment amends the long title of the Bill in consequence of Amendments 1 to 12 (which provide for the relief from Stamp Duty Land Tax provided for by the Bill to only apply for a temporary period).

The Deputy Speaker resumed the Chair.

Bill, as amended, reported.

Bill, as amended in the Committee, considered.

Question put forthwith (Order, 24 October) That the Bill be now read the Third time.

The House divided: Ayes 308, Noes 170.

Question accordingly agreed to.

Bill read the Third time and passed.