The UK has had devolved governments since the late 1990s, which work alongside the Westminster Parliament. Different types of devolution are in place across Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland, as ...

A new combined authority would be credited for the area if a devolution deal is agreed. Cheshire and Warrington looks set to move forward with its devolution plan and to elect a mayor. It was named as ...

Chancellor of the Exchequer George Osborne has announced the government’s intention to revolutionise the way local authorities pursue economic growth. At the Conservative Party Conference, Osborne ...