REORGANISATION

Five unitaries moot devolution deal

A ‘non-binding expression of interest’ is expected to be submitted to the Government in February.

article-author
By Martin Ford | 18 December 2023

Five unitary councils are proposing a devolution deal covering Dorset, Somerset and Wiltshire.

A ‘non-binding expression of interest' is expected to be submitted to the Government in February for a level 2 deal including Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole (BCP), Dorset, North Somerset, Somerset and Wiltshire.

Martin Ford

Popular articles by Martin Ford

  1. Ombudsman calls for more powers
  2. Call for courage over failing council finances
  3. Government will 'not hesitate' to intervene in planning
  4. MPs sound alarm on SEND deficits

SUBSCRIBE TO CONTINUE READING

Get unlimited access to The MJ with a subscription, plus a weekly copy of The MJ magazine sent directly to you door and inbox.

Subscribe

Full website content includes additional, exclusive commentary and analysis on the issues affecting local government.

Login

Already a subscriber?

Martin Ford

Popular articles by Martin Ford

  1. Ombudsman calls for more powers
  2. Call for courage over failing council finances
  3. Government will 'not hesitate' to intervene in planning
  4. MPs sound alarm on SEND deficits
footer-logo

©2024 Hemming Group Limited. Registered in England and Wales. Registered No: 490200. VAT number GB342 023 408