Devon set to get mayor after government Budget backing
Summarised from 3 outlets · Updated 28 Oct, 16:50 · Archive
The government has confirmed Devon is among 10 areas nearing new devolution agreements that would include a mayor for the county.
The government has named Devon as one of 10 places nearing new devolution agreements that would include a mayor for the county. Chancellor John Healey referenced this 'new model' of government in his Budget speech on 28 October, with mayors for various areas of England.
A mayoral strategic authority would likely be created, with the mayor acting as a conduit for extra funding and steering pan-county projects such as major transport and housing plans. It is not yet clear whether Devon's existing combined county authority will be altered to become a mayoral authority, or whether an entirely new mayoral entity will be created.
Caroline Voaden, the Liberal Democrat MP for South Devon, said the county was at 'risk of missing out on major funding streams without having a mayor'. She welcomed the news but called on the government to listen to voices from across Devon about the wider devolution picture. The exact structure and timing of any mayoral election have yet to be confirmed.
How it is being reported
- Devon mayor plans take major step forward with promise of extra local powersCouncil leaders welcome plans for Devon's first mayor in 2028, with proposed powers over transport, housing and training, but warn of funding pressures.Exmouth Journal · 28 Oct, 17:40
- Devon’s future with a mayor comes into focus after Budget announcementPlans for a mayor covering Devon have gained momentum following the Budget announcement, although the structure of a new mayoral authority and the timing of any election have yet to be confirmedNorth Devon Gazette · 28 Oct, 16:30
- Devon looks set for a mayor after Budget backingGovernment documents confirm its ‘new model’ of government will include a mayor for the county of Devon.DevonLive · 28 Oct, 14:28
In this story: Devon · England · John Healey · Caroline Voaden · South Devon · Plymouth City Council
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