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Councils left in fear of metro mayors' powers

Fears are mounting over the impact of metro mayors on council powers, as regions continue to probe the limits of devolution deals signed with government.

Fears are mounting over the impact of metro mayors on council powers, as regions continue to probe the limits of devolution deals signed with government.

Last night North Somerset Council turned down the West of England devolution deal, warning it could lead to a ‘Bristol-centric mayor and a combined authority acting against the interest' of the area.

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