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Local Authority Boundaries
07 December 2022
Lead MP
Robbie Moore
Debate Type
General Debate
Tags
EconomyLocal Government
Other Contributors: 1
At a Glance
Robbie Moore raised concerns about local authority boundaries in the House of Commons. Other MPs contributed to the debate.
How the Debate Unfolded
MPs spoke in turn to share their views and ask questions. Here's what each person said:
Lead Contributor
Opened the debate
This Bill aims to re-empower local communities that feel disenfranchised by their current local authority, particularly in cases where the local authority is too large or prioritises one area over others. The mechanics of the Bill involve enabling a referendum for communities to form a new unitary authority if they have public support and evidence shows it would be financially viable.
Robbie Moore
Con
Keighley and Ilkley
This Bill would provide the means for local electors to initiate a referendum on forming a new unitary authority if 10% or more of them support it. It addresses issues such as financial disparity, where areas like Keighley and Ilkley contribute significantly to Bradford Council's revenue but receive little in return.
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