Written question asked by Lord Evans of Rainow (Conservative) on Wednesday, 3 February 2016, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Friday, 5 February 2016. It was answered by Lord Wharton of Yarm (Conservative) on Thursday, 11 February 2016 on behalf of the Department for Communities and Local Government.
Devolution: North of England
- Question
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To ask the Secretary of State for Communities and Local Government, what steps his Department is taking to devolve powers to the local level under the Northern Powerhouse.
- Answer
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Devolution deals are progressing well across the north having already been agreed with Greater Manchester, Sheffield, Tees Valley, the North East and Liverpool, all of which will see directly elected mayors introduced in return for substantial new powers and budgets. Discussions with other areas across the north are progressing.
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- Written question
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- 25772
- Session
- 2015-16
- Subjects
- Devolution North of England
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