Engagement is continuing on the city council’s proposals for the future reorganisation of local government in Devon – and your views are needed.
Councillors recently backed proposals for the geography of a potential new unitary authority, which includes the city of Exeter and surrounding areas, at an Extraordinary Council meeting.
The proposal involves creating:
- An urban unitary council for Exeter and the surrounding areas
- An urban unitary council for Plymouth and adjacent parishes
- A rural and coastal unitary council for the remainder of Devon
The restructure is intended to create financially viable, efficient authorities aligned to geography, population, and economic potential, recognising the distinct needs and identities of urban and rural areas.
It follows a recent decision by the government to abolish two-tier authorities – areas where some services are run by district councils and others by county councils, as is currently the case in Exeter.
Public engagement began on 15 August and will run until 26 September.
People are being encouraged to complete an online questionnaire on the council’s website to help the authority determine what is most important to residents.
For full details, and to take part and ensure your voice is heard, visit https://exeter.gov.uk/lgr/
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