Local government in Worcestershire could be set for a major shake-up with plans advancing for a new South Worcestershire Council, under a proposed two-unitary model.
The proposal, developed by Worcester City, Bromsgrove, Redditch, Malvern Hills and Wychavon councils, would merge responsibilities for all local services in the south of the county.
Worcester City Council leader Lynn Denham said: ‘The five district councils have worked together really well to develop this shared vision, with cross-party support. Each Leader will be presenting this to their council colleagues before the end of the month.’
She added: ‘We’ve got an exciting vision to truly transform local government in Worcestershire, putting our residents at the heart of the services we provide to them.’
Want to learn more about local government reorganisation? Check out: Local Government Reorganisation: What It Means and Why It Matters.
