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London devolution 'takes a massive leap forward'

Plans to devolve powers to London have taken a massive leap forward, with a London Devolution Bill tabled in Parliament last week and a new governance structure set up.

By Heather Jameson, Dan Peters | 22 July 2015

Plans to devolve powers to London have taken a massive leap forward, with a London Devolution Bill tabled in Parliament yesterday and a new governance structure planned.

Labour MP for Harrow West, Gareth Thomas, has said he hopes for cross-party support for his Bill, which will give new powers to the capital, including over income tax, property taxes, health, housing and the minimum wage.

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