Paul Marinko 19 November 2024

Suffolk talks devo with minister

Suffolk CC's leader has said he remains committed to devolution in the county ‘streamlining local government' following a meeting with minister Jim McMahon.

Matthew Hicks told The MJ: ‘I remain clear in my view that any new devolution deal should streamline local government, make it more efficient and not create additional lines on Council Tax bills.'

Visit The MJ (£) to read more.

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