Islanders can now take part in a Hampshire and Isle of Wight public consultation relating to landmark local government ...

In February, Jim McMahon, the local government minister, wrote to all council leaders asking them to create a new "simpler, more sustainable" local government structure.

The UK now has two regional mayors representing the Reform party, following English local elections on May 1. This is the first time anyone from the party has held a government position at any level.

The Isle of Scilly, which has its own unique government structure, is also holding a local election of its own. Some elections have been delayed to 2026 to allow for reorganisation of local ...

Some elections have been delayed to 2026 to allow for reorganisation of local government structure including the councils of East Sussex, Essex, Hampshire, Norfolk and others, ...

I have relatives in various parts of Australia and I was exploring, as one does, their local and regional government websites. I was struck by the clarity and simplicity of their arrangements.

In February, Jim McMahon, the local government minister, wrote to all council leaders asking them to create a new “simpler, more sustainable” local government structure.

In February, Jim McMahon, the local government minister, wrote to all council leaders asking them to create a new “simpler, more sustainable” local government structure. Advertisement Hide Ad ...