William Eichler 30 September 2024

Wessex councils join forces for devolution

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Dorset, Somerset, and Wiltshire councils are set to submit expressions of interest in devolution in response to a request from the Government.

The council leaders say the ‘Heart of Wessex’ devolution submission represents a step towards addressing local aspirations and aligning with the Government's devolution agenda.

In a joint statement, council leaders Nick Ireland, Bill Revans and Richard Clewer said: ‘Each council will be submitting its own expression of interest this week but are all agreed that we wish to explore the Heart of Wessex concept and work together moving forwards.’

The devolution discussions to date have also included BCP Council and Swindon Borough Council.

The joint statement called for ‘clearer guidance’ on the devolution process, including more information on the minimum population for any devolution footprint, and clarity on the functions to be devolved.

The council leaders also added that a mayoral system would not be right for their communities.

For more on devolution visit our Devolution page.

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