Martin Ford 02 March 2026

Experts' 'concern' over LGR decision-making

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Experts have raised concerns as ministers are set to make final decisions on proposals for local government reorganisation.

Speaking at a discussion hosted by the Institute for Government (IfG) think-tank, it was agreed ministers will have to tread a fine line between recognising local circumstances and giving the same regard to national criteria for each region.

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