I have always favoured unitary authorities – provided they are the right unitaries, of course. It is disheartening, though unsurprising, to see Labour reforming English local government in a way that ...

A public consultation will be held for people to consider the devolution deal A £1.4bn devolution deal has been unveiled for north-east England which could see a new mayor elected in 2024. The ...

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A proposed devolution deal for Lancashire is finally on the table – after seven years of trying. The blueprint for bringing more powers and cash under the county’s control has been published as part ...