Lancashire Devolution

The Government has announced that Lancashire's historic devolution deal has passed a significant milestone, with legislation due to be put before Parliament in the coming weeks.

The deal, if given final approval, will transfer new money and powers from central Government to a newly created Combined County Authority, allowing it to tackle key local priorities.

The deal would not require a change to the established democratic structures across the county or the need for an elected mayor. It will not require an extra charge on council tax.

The final deal will require the agreement of the three constituent councils, Lancashire County Council, Blackburn with Darwen Council and Blackpool Council, as well as Parliamentary approval.