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Category: devolution

  • Let’s look at the English Devolution and Community Empowerment Bill!

    Let’s look at the English Devolution and Community Empowerment Bill!

    Published just before the summer recess, the English Devolution and Community Empowerment Bill sets out the government’s plans for Strategic Authorities and other issues that are of interest to local authorities around the country. The Bill builds upon the English Devolution White Paper (2024), and signals a major shake-up for local government. In this post,…

  • Completing the Devolution Map

    Completing the Devolution Map

    The current Labour government has committed to completing the devolution map in England. While Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland have long established devolution deals, devolution in England is more fragmented, with some regions enjoying more powers than others. Completing the devolution map refers to the idea that every area of England should be under some…