Member and Parliamentary engagement

"Our collective weight, unity and voice remain our most powerful tool in lobbying for positive change for our residents and showcasing good practice, and in leading the system for sector-led improvement."

Today’s announcement on local elections as part of local government reorganisation, and which areas will be fast-tracked for devolution, will remove the uncertainty for local areas affected.

A letter written to Jim McMahon MP asking for clarification of the Devolution White Paper.

"We remain clear that local government reorganisation should be a matter for councils and local areas to decide."

A factual summary of the English Devolution White Paper, published today (16 December 2024) by the Deputy Prime Minister and Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government Angela Rayner MP

"We want every council in England to be able to secure devolution that works for them, their local economies, and their residents."

LGA Chair Louise Gittins' opening remarks as the Government launches the Devolution White Paper.