Insights
Breaking down the English Devolution White Paper: What it means for local government lawyers
22 Apr 2025A closer look at the legal implications of England’s evolving devolution and local government restructure – and what it means for your legal team’s capacity, planning and resilience.
Governance reform – Committee system set to be phased out under new legislation
01 Jul 2025Devolution is not just about structural change.
LGR proposals – Government sets out next steps and expectations for reform
19 Jun 2025The Government has now responded to interim Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) plans submitted by 21 two-tier areas, offering written feedback and outlining its expectations for the next phase of development.
LGR funding – Government confirms £7.6m to support proposal development
16 Jun 2025On 3 June, the Government confirmed that £7.6 million will be distributed to the 21 areas currently developing proposals for local government reorganisation (LGR).
Local voice and representation – What role for town and parish councils in reform?
23 Jun 2025As local government reorganisation (LGR) and devolution continue to gather momentum, the Government has made it clear that it does not expect these reforms to result in the creation of new town or parish councils.
LGA publishes new guidance to help ensure confidence in the performance of an authority's services and corporate governance
22 Aug 2024This guidance is considered a valuable tool for reducing the risk of intervention—making it essential in the current climate.
