Bidding for power: how can both local and central government get the most out of devolution deals? (London)
Private round table, London
Author: Localis |
‘Bidding for power: how can both local and central government get the most out of devolution deals?’
In conjunction with Grant Thornton, Localis will be hosting a private roundtable discussion with council leaders and chief executives, senior civil servants and LEP chairs and chief executives that will consider the mechanics of devolution deals.
Moving beyond the Northern Powerhouse concept, the new Government has made it clear that they are looking to deliver devolution deals to all parts of the country and all tiers of governance. As the Cities and Local Government Devolution Bill makes its way through parliament, now is therefore an ideal time to discuss the mechanics of such deals. The round table discussion will be structured around the following questions:
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How can councils find a viable geography and set of partners to bid for devolution? Are combined authorities with mayors the only show in town?
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What sort of powers should councils be bidding for? How can they make the most positive case for devolution?
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What accountability and governance frameworks are needed for the government to have confidence in any prospective devolution deal?
The outcomes of the event will feed into a major report that will be published in October.
This event will be held in Westminster on 5th August. If you would be interested in hearing more about this event, please contact Jack Airey on jack.airey@localis.org.uk.