The new year brings with it navigating proposal set out in #EnglishDevolutionWhitePaper, to simplify the costly and confusing multi-tiered council systems across the country.

Giving power away? The ‘de- words’ and the downward transfer of power in mid-2010s England You have to enable JavaScript in your browser's settings in order to use the eReader.

For a good take on the contours of what constitutes #devolution in the context of English mayoral decentralisation, see this paper from @marksandford.bsky.social
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‘Devolution by default’ to create new era of local power Landmark English Devolution White Paper set to unleash power from Whitehall back into local communities that know their areas best

We're keen to see how benefits detailed in the #EnglishDevolutionWhitePaper can support communities, children and families, especially those facing disadvantage.

We look forward to continuing our work with partners locally and regionally to get all children reading.

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The move is said to save money & streamline decisions, but detractors argue it reduces accountability.

Everyone wants cheaper and more efficient local government, but it’s easier said than done - expect lots of interest in the detail of the proposals set out in the #EnglishDevolutionWhitePaper

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