Devolved powers deal for Lancashire struck
Political leaders in Lancashire have struck a deal to create a combined authority next year. Lancashire County Council Leader Phillipa Williamson said it was "a significant step forward". The government is also said to be encouraging the county's politicians to "take strides" towards having an elected mayor for Lancashire.
Lancashire devolution deal finally done but debate over more powers – and mayor – will continue
Blog Preston A new day has dawned over Lancashire after the county was finally handed the devolved powers it has sought for so
Government moves closer to pushing Lancashire devo deal
Jim McMahon OBE MP, Minister of State for Local Government and English Devolution, has told the leaders of Lancashire County Council, Blackburn with Darwen Council and Blackpool Council, that the statutory tests to implement the proposal have been met. The Government now intend to bring the matter before Parliament in the coming weeks.
From optimism to betrayal: Lancashire leaders react to devolution deal
The government’s decision to press ahead with Lancashire’s devolution deal has drawn a mixed response from some of the county’s dozen district council leaders - ranging from expressions of optimism to claims of betrayal.
Lancashire devolution deal branded 'betrayal' and 'power grab'
The government’s decision to press ahead with Lancashire’s devolution deal has drawn a mixed response from some of the county’s dozen district council leaders – ranging from expressions of optimism to claims of betrayal.
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What is Lancashire devolution, why should I care about it - and what does it mean for council tax bills?
If it feels like you’ve heard a lot about Lancashire devolution over the years, that’s because you probably have.
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Lancashire devolution deal struck between county and government
Political leaders in Lancashire have struck a deal to create a combined authority next year. Lancashire County Council ...
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Time for a new look Lancashire? Why county seems destined for devolution showdown
Lancashire seems destined for a showdown over devolution after the county’s district councils split along party lines and wrote to the government outlining competing visions for the kind of deal ...
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Lancashire councils split over devolution proposals
There are mixed feelings - from optimism to 'betrayal' - over the latest step in proposed devolution in Lancashire.
County Championship, day four as it happened: Surrey champions as Somerset lose
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