Local government11 mins agoWorcestershire north-south split to go ahead in 2029Establishing two new councils - the biggest political shake-up since 1974 - will be delayed by a year.11 mins ago8 hrs agoWhat would new regional mayors mean for the South?Dorset, Berkshire and Oxfordshire are among 10 areas named in the Budget for new devolution deals.8 hrs ago8 hrs agoCouncil warns it could face £3.9m budget shortfallThe council says it is the result of rising costs and uncertainty over future funding from government.8 hrs ago20 hrs agoLeaders welcome plan for elected mayor for KentThe announcement is released immediately after the Chancellor delivers the government's Budget.20 hrs ago21 hrs agoSingle elected mayor to cover all Devon in 2028The figurehead will cover the county's three main areas of Devon County, Plymouth and Torbay.21 hrs ago1 day agoFormer nightclub could become council officesThe nightclub shut in 2015, but soon it could be hosting gatherings of a different kind.1 day ago2 days agoCouncil-owned developer faces £7.7m cash shortfallThere are concerns a council-owned developer will be unable to repay debts by 2029.2 days ago2 days agoThames Valley devolution plans put to governmentAuthorities in Oxfordshire, Berkshire and Swindon submitted their proposals on Monday.2 days ago4 days agoResidents to be given their own village council More communities are also wanting to create their own councils, the BBC has been told.4 days ago...
