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Norfolk Devolution Deal

Monday 4 March 2024 · 2 questions

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Answered 1 Partly answered 1 Not answered 0

Key points

  • Steps are being taken to implement the Norfolk devolution deal, which is progressing well.
  • Norfolk County Council plans to vote on governance changes in July 2024.
  • Sheringham roundabout is a significant infrastructure project for Norfolk.

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Questions & Answers

Q1 Duncan Baker
Scotland Local Government
Context

The Norfolk devolution deal is progressing towards implementation with a planned governance change in July.

Question

What steps are being taken to implement the Norfolk devolution deal?

Answer from Michael Gove

My Department supports the implementation of the Norfolk devolution deal, which is progressing well. Norfolk County Council plans to vote on governance changes in July, leading to an election for a directly elected leader in May 2025.

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Q2 Duncan Baker
Economy Transport Local Government
Context

The Budget could announce the Norfolk county deal and provide funding for Sheringham roundabout.

Question

Could the Budget announce the Norfolk county deal to give control over its future and provide funding for the Sheringham roundabout, which is crucial for North Norfolk?

Answer from Michael Gove

I cannot reveal details of discussions with the Chancellor but I acknowledge that Sheringham roundabout is a significant infrastructure project for Norfolk, and my hon. Friend Duncan Baker has made a compelling case to me. We hope to make progress on it soon.

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Not addressed: The specific announcement of Sheringham roundabout in the upcoming Budget was not confirmed.

How: I Cannot Reveal Details Of Discussions With The Chancellor

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