Lancashire Devolution

The Government has announced that Lancashire's historic devolution deal has passed a significant milestone, with legislation put before Parliament.

The deal, if given final approval, will transfer new money and powers from central Government to a newly created Combined County Authority (CCA), allowing it to tackle key local priorities.

The deal would not require a change to the established democratic structures across the county or the need for an elected mayor. It will not require an extra charge on council tax.

Once the legislation is passed, the deal between the Government and three constituent councils, Lancashire County Council, Blackburn with Darwen Council and Blackpool Council, will see the CCA set up in early 2025.