Overview
The government published the English Devolution White Paper on Monday 16 December 2024. This document sets out plans to embed devolution into the country’s constitution, aiming to create ‘growth, more joined-up delivery of public services, and politics being done with communities, not to them.’ However, while the White Paper outlines ambitions for a rewired relationship between local councils and their principal councils, it lacks detail on how these changes will reach the most local level.
SLCC is committed to ensuring that town and parish councils have a voice in shaping the future of local government. Therefore, as part of your membership benefits, we’re offering two free webinars to explore the impact of the English Devolution White Paper and hear from colleagues who have first-hand experience in mayoral combined authorities.
Change is coming, and SLCC is here to help you navigate it. Join us to learn more, ask questions, and ensure your council is prepared for the road ahead.
Mayoral Combined Authorities are growing in influence, bringing new powers and funding opportunities. But how do they work with local councils, and what does their expansion mean for you? This session will explore the implications of the White Paper for local governance and give councils a chance to share their experiences.
What You’ll Learn:
- The role and powers of Mayors in new combined authorities
- How local councils are engaging with Mayors and Principal Authorities
- Practical insights from councils working within mayoral structures
Speakers: Panellists from Cambridgeshire & Peterborough, East Midlands, West of England, West Yorkshire, York & North Yorkshire, and North East.
Open Forum: Have your say and let SLCC know what you need from us.
The recording of this session will be available to SLCC members in the members area of the website after the webinar, as a member benefit.
Date
Wednesday 16 April, 12:00 – 13:30
Price
Members: FREE
Non-Members: £30 + VAT
CPD points
Claim 1 CPD point for attending this webinar!
Accessing your joining link
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We will no longer send joining instructions via email. Instead, we invite all delegates to log into their SLCC account, ‘Training & Events’ section, to access their joining link.
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