Torbay residents can learn about proposed local government changes and offer feedback at council events. Torbay residents can learn about proposed local government changes and offer feedback at council events. Local Council Shake Up What Changes Mean for Torbay Residents Local Council Shake Up What Changes Mean for Torbay Residents The government wants larger local…
South Kesteven’s opposition leader imagines local government reform sounding like “Just a Minute” on BBC Radio 4. Council Leader Envisions Local Government Reorganisation Like Radio Show Imagine a “Just a Minute” game show scene. Graham Jeal envisioned it. The topic? Local government changes in Lincolnshire. A Labour MP spoke first, wanting to save money. Unitary…
The Vale Council may lower their planned council tax increase from 6.9% to 5.9% after receiving extra funding. Vale Council Considers Reducing Proposed Council Tax Increase Next week, the council will discuss council tax. They might decrease the planned increase by one percent. The council’s budget initially proposed a 6.9% tax increase. The new proposal…
Mark Wynn is officially the Chief Executive of Lancashire County Council after a unanimous vote. Mark Wynn is officially the Chief Executive of Lancashire County Council after a unanimous vote. Mark Wynn Confirmed as Lancashire County Council Chief Executive Mark Wynn Confirmed as Lancashire County Council Chief Executive Okay, so county councillors agreed on something.…
Suffolk County Council proposes a single unitary authority, facing opposition over local control concerns and diverse needs. Suffolk Council Reveals Unitary Authority Plan, Opposition Disappointed Suffolk leaders shared their local government plans. They want one big council for Suffolk. The government wants these changes quickly, and Suffolk County Council must submit its plan soon, with…
Devon councils consider a ‘1-5-4’ plan, a local government shakeup, to potentially form three large unitary authorities. Devon Council Shake Up Plan The 1 5 4 Proposal Explained Devon might reorganize local government. This could be the biggest change in 50 years. The plan may create only three councils. Several Devon councils seem to agree…
Cherwell Council may raise councillor pay £180 yearly, following similar moves in South Oxfordshire and Vale of White Horse. Cherwell Councillor Allowances Could Jump By £180 Annually Next week, Cherwell Council will discuss their budget. One item involves raising councillor pay yearly. The plan is to increase it from £5,040 to £5,220. South Oxfordshire councillors…
Ribble Valley could hold a referendum on council mergers. Vote legality and costs are being questioned. Ribble Valley Residents May Vote on Council Merger Proposals Hey, listen to this council stuff! Local leaders will share ideas with Westminster by March. Then, they must submit more detailed plans in November. A vote could occur. It might…
Panel formed to explore options for Warwickshire’s future governance after debate on restructuring local councils. Warwickshire Establishes Panel for Future County Shape Discussions Warwickshire councillors will discuss local government changes. They want the best options for the area. It started after a leader gave a “reality pill” speech. Currently, two levels of government serve Warwickshire.…
Norfolk council spent £4m on staff departures, including large payouts to senior staff, amidst budget cuts and restructuring. Norfolk Council’s £4 Million Bill for Staff Departures Revealed Norfolk council spent lots on staff exits. Two senior staff got over £150,000 each. Exit packages cost almost £2.9 million in 2023/24. This covered 149 staff members leaving.…