House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement
Local government update
12 October 2020 · Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government
Proposed by Robert Jenrick Reform Newark
Summarised by AI from the official record, so it can contain mistakes.
At a glance
Key points
- The Minister is inviting councils in Cumbria, North Yorkshire, and Somerset to propose moving to unitary local government.
- Councils must submit an outline plan by 9 November 2020 and a full proposal by 9 December 2020.
- Proposals will be evaluated based on criteria including local government improvement, local support, and geographical factors.
Issue summary
The Minister is issuing invitations under the Local Government and Public Involvement in Health Act 2007 to councils in Cumbria, North Yorkshire, and Somerset to propose moving to unitary local government.
Action requested
Councils are requested to submit proposals by 9 November 2020 for an outline plan and a full proposal no later than 9 December 2020. The Minister will assess these proposals based on established criteria including the potential improvement in local government, local support, and geographical considerations.
Key facts
- Invitations were issued to councils in Cumbria, North Yorkshire, and Somerset.
- Councils must submit outline proposals by 9 November 2020 and full proposals by 9 December 2020.
- Proposals will be assessed based on criteria including local support and geographical considerations.
- The Government is committed to a locally-led approach for unitarisation since 2010.