Labour’s changes to local government may postpone votes in areas Conservatives and Reform UK were hoping to win seatsLocal elections for some English councils are likely to be delayed next year as a result of the government’s plans to scrap district councils, officials have indicated.Angela Rayner, the communities secretary, announced plans for a sweeping overhaul of local government on Monday as part of what ministers say is the biggest devolution of political power this century. Continue reading…
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Author : Kiran Stacey Political correspondent
Publish date : 2024-12-16 18:19:07
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Tories cry foul as overhaul of English councils may delay local elections
