English devolution has emerged as a prominent feature of the 2015 general election campaign for a number of reasons. One is the ongoing process of devolution that has been taking place across the UK, ...

The United Kingdom is made up of four nations: Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland and England, but they are not equal. England alone accounts for more than 80% of the Union's population, wealth and ...

A metropolitan area formed in 1974 covering about 500 square miles; a population of more than 2.5m; an economy bigger than Wales or Northern Ireland – that’s Greater Manchester. Last year, Chancellor ...

Act follows on from the English Devolution White Paper, which set out government agenda for devolution. The English Devolution and Community ...

Across England this week, people have cast their votes, choosing who they want to represent them and, in theory, shape the future of their places.

Good morning and Happy New Year. I’m standing in today for Stephen while he enjoys the last vestiges of festive downtime. So I thought I’d begin 2025 as I began 2024: by looking at the onward march of ...

See more of our trusted coverage when you search. Prefer Newsweek on Google to see more of our trusted coverage when you search. The leader of Manchester City Council Sir Richard Leese has blasted the ...

Over the past twenty years, I’ve had the chance to observe a remarkable experiment in urban governance reform: England’s efforts to devolve more power to local decisionmakers through metro mayors, ...

Mark Hofman’s interesting critique of the recent English Devolution White Paper is, effectively, a plea to retain decision making closer to communities. And, of course, devolving powers to a body ...

While the bill has been framed as a lifeline for struggling retailers, it has a number of critical flaws, writes Amy Brown, a partner at Winckworth Sherwood #UKhousing The government’s English ...

The English Devolution and Community Empowerment Bill has received Royal Assent, enhancing local governance and community rights ...

Cornwall has secured a political victory after the government confirmed it would not pursue a merger with Devon, and would instead likely offer a bespoke devolution deal. Communities secretary Steve ...