Devon Council Shake Up Proposed Amid Government Reorganization Push

Devon Council Shake Up Proposed Amid Government Reorganization Push

Devon faces a potential major council restructure. “1-5-4” plan considers mergers reducing eleven councils to three. Devon Council Shake Up Proposed Amid Government Reorganization Push Big changes could happen in Devon. Local government might get a huge makeover. The biggest change would be in 50 years. Devon could end up with only three councils. Someone…

Ribble Valley Residents Oppose Lancashire Council Merger Plans

Ribble Valley Residents Oppose Lancashire Council Merger Plans

Residents of Ribble Valley voice strong opinions against potential Lancashire council mergers and loss of local control. Ribble Valley Residents Oppose Lancashire Council Merger Plans The government might change Lancashire’s councils. They want to create larger councils, each serving about 500,000 people. This change is part of the government’s plan, called the English Devolution White…

Derbyshire Council Leaders Seek Local Focus in Super Council Mergers

Derbyshire Council Leaders Seek Local Focus in Super Council Mergers

Derbyshire leaders collaborate to shape council mergers, prioritizing local connections and efficient services. Derbyshire Council Leaders Seek Local Focus in Super Council Mergers Derbyshire councils must plan local government changes. The government wants councils to suggest merger ideas. Initial ideas are due by March 21. Final plans must be submitted by November 28. The changes…