Derbyshire Council Split Proposed North and South Authority Division

Derby and Derbyshire councils want big changes. They want to split the county into two areas, creating a north and south division. This would establish two new local authorities.

The councils aim to maintain each current district as a whole, without splitting them. Two options exist for these new councils, both featuring a north and south division.

Option one places Amber Valley in the north, alongside High Peak and other districts. The south would include Derby plus Erewash, resulting in a larger population for the north.

Option two moves Amber Valley to the south, leaving other districts in their current locations. This arrangement would give the south a larger population.

All councils will soon discuss these proposals and plan to submit them to the government later. The public will also have an opportunity to share their views at a later date.

Amber Valley’s population numbers align better with the north. However, its existing collaborations with Derby in the south make its placement there preferable. This move would better connect Derby to its surrounding neighbors.

Derbyshire County Council proposes an entirely different approach. They suggest creating one large council for the county, while Derby would remain separate, like a doughnut hole.

The county’s plan would create one large council and keep Derby separate. They believe this approach saves money and improves services. They are asking if people support this single council idea.

The districts and Derby disagree with the county’s plan. They feel it favors the county too much and want more focus on local control.