Martin Ford 08 June 2023

Manchester 'frustrated' at pace of devolution

Manchester frustrated at pace of devolution image
Image: Sam foster / Shutterstock.com.

Manchester’s leader has said there is ‘a long way to go’ to meet the city’s devolution ambitions.

Despite progress in negotiations for a ‘trailblazer’ deal with the Government, Bev Craig said devolution fell short of what Greater Manchester needed.

Speaking at an event organised by the Institute for Government think-tank, she said: ‘We haven’t got all we asked for.

'There’s still a significant way to go.

‘That fundamental relationship between central and local government hasn’t been cracked.’

To continue reading visit The MJ (£).

SIGN UP
For your free daily news bulletin
Highways jobs

Newly Qualified Social Workers - ASYE Programme

London Borough of Richmond upon Thames and London Borough of Wandsworth
£38,976 plus an additional £2,000 salary increas

Recuriter: London Borough of Richmond upon Thames and London Borough of Wandsworth

Head of Service - Cared For/Care Leavers

Cheshire East Council
£76,261 - £88,631
With strong investment, renewed energy and a clear sense of purpose across our services. Cheshire
Recuriter: Cheshire East Council

Head of Service - Practice, Workforce and Quality Assurance (Principal Social Worker)

Cheshire East Council
£76,261 - £88,631
With strong investment, renewed energy and a clear sense of purpose across our services. Cheshire
Recuriter: Cheshire East Council

Head of Service - Integrated Front Door

Cheshire East Council
£76,261 - £88,631
With strong investment, renewed energy and a clear sense of purpose across our services. Cheshire
Recuriter: Cheshire East Council

Debtors and Collection Officers

Durham County Council
£26,403 - 28,598 p.a. pro rata (Grade 5)
This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic and ever-changing revenues environment. You’ll have the chance to develop your skills, gain valuable Spennymoor
Recuriter: Durham County Council
Linkedin Banner