DEVOLUTION

Devolution boost for Scots councils as Bill is backed

Devolution to councils in Scotland has taken a step forward after the Scottish Government announced its support today for a private members Bill.

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By Heather Jameson | 02 December 2020

Devolution to councils in Scotland has taken a step forward after the Scottish Government announced its support today for a private members Bill.

Scottish local government minister Aileen Campbell's backing of the bill was heralded as a ‘good day for democracy' by Cosla president Alison Evison.

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