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Foundation Strategic Authorities
12 February 2026
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government
At a Glance
Issue Summary
The Minister of Housing, Communities and Local Government announces an invitation for areas in England without devolution to express interest in forming Foundation Strategic Authorities.
Action Requested
Areas are invited to submit expressions of interest by the deadline of March 20th. The Government will review these responses and work with local partners to align geographies for Foundation Strategic Authorities and Spatial Development Strategies where possible.
Key Facts
- Government launched the Devolution Priority Programme worth £200 million per year over 30 years.
- Inviting all areas in England without devolution to bring forward expressions of interest for a Foundation Strategic Authority.
- Reviewing responses from March 20th.
- Foundation Strategic Authorities will have devolved powers over transport, infrastructure, skills, employment support, housing, economic development, environment, health, and public safety.
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