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Published in Politics and Government on Monday, November 25th 2024 at 16:31 GMT by Brian Stokes   Print publication without navigation

  • Devolution, and the establishment of mayoral combined authorities, should be done before local government reorganisation, writes the District Councils'

The article by Trevor Holden, published on November 25, 2024, discusses the need for a significant reorganisation of local government in the UK to reset the relationship between citizens and the state. Holden argues that the current system is fragmented and inefficient, leading to a disconnect between local governance and the communities they serve. He advocates for a comprehensive reform that would enhance local democracy, improve service delivery, and foster economic growth by giving more power and resources to local authorities. This reorganisation would involve devolving more decision-making powers, ensuring financial sustainability, and promoting a model where local governments can better respond to the unique needs of their areas, thereby strengthening the bond between the public and their local governance structures.

Read the Full Local Government Chronicle Article at [ https://www.lgcplus.com/politics/devolution-and-economic-growth/trevor-holden-reorganisation-should-reset-relations-between-citizen-and-state-25-11-2024/ ]

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