TRADITIONAL PUBLIC HOUSE NAMES

Early day motion 182, tabled 27 June 1997 by Nicholas Winterton (Conservative). Signed by 33 members.

That this House notes the long-established historical traditions which lie behind the ancient names of public houses and appreciates the special role which they play in community life; deeply regrets the growing trend towards theme pubs, with contrived names that have no relevance for the local community and which can cause embarrassment, ridicule and a sense of alienation for local people; accepts the right of the owners of public houses to change their names; but believes that this should only be done after due consultation with the local community, the planning authority, and the licensing magistrates.

Signatures by party: Labour 19, Liberal Democrat 6, Conservative 4, Labour/Co-operative 2, Plaid Cymru 1, UUP 1.