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The devolution and LG reorganisation hub

Bringing together information and resources on devolution and local government reorganisation for public and local authorities.


Following the publication of the English Devolution White Paper, the LGA have been working at pace to respond to, and digest the proposals and their respective opportunities and risks. 

Our position is clear: we want every council in England to have the ability to secure devolution that works for them, their local economies, and their residents. The devolution of powers and resources can play a huge role in promoting inclusive economic growth, creating jobs, and improving public services. In a very centralised country, moving funding and power from Whitehall to local leaders is needed.  

The LGA has a strong track record of providing support to councils to help them address specific challenges at all stages of devolution and local government reorganisation. Our universal offers of support will remain available to all councils.

Devolution

Devolution will provide greater freedoms and flexibilities at a local level, meaning councils can work more effectively to improve public services for their area. The result will be more effective, better targeted public services, greater growth and stronger partnerships between public, private and community leaders in local areas.

Local government reorganisation (LGR)

The government has announced that it will facilitate a programme of local government reorganisation for two-tier areas and for those unitary councils where there is evidence of failure or where their size or boundaries may be hindering their ability to deliver sustainable and high-quality services for their residents. 

Proposed reforms in the White Paper will have a significant impact on every council and community. We remain clear that local government reorganisation should be a matter for councils and local areas to decide. There are differing directions of travel underlining the diverse range of views about devolution and local government reorganisation that exist within the local government sector. The LGA will continue to respect each perspective and each choice equally.

Contact

For further information regarding Devolution or LGR please contact [email protected].

To learn more about the kind of support available, please visit our dedicated support page.