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Local Government: Devolution

Asked by Josh NewburyLabourMinistry of Housing, Communities and Local GovernmentTabled Answered 11 September 2024UIN 4064

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To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, what role (a) district and (b) borough councils will play in future devolution agreements.

Answered by Jim McMahon

The Government is committed to ensuring that every part of England can rapidly benefit from devolution, moving power out of Westminster back to those who know their areas best. District councils are an important part of local government and should play an active role in devolution arrangements in their area, often as an important delivery partner.

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