Local Elections Basildon and Thurrock 2026-01-12
2026-01-12
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Context
The question arises from discussions around the capacity of councils in Basildon and Thurrock to manage local government reorganisation alongside scheduled elections.
What recent discussions has he had with Basildon and Thurrock councils on proposals to postpone the local elections of May 2026?
We have invited views from Thurrock, Basildon and other councils undergoing local government reorganisation about their capacity to deliver both alongside elections. Councils are best placed to judge their capacity, but we will consider the representations carefully alongside precedent and legal requirements in this area.
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Did not provide specific checks and balances mechanisms beyond considering councils' views and legal requirements.
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