Empowering the North
Angela Rayner is advocating for the establishment of a "council of the north" for the first time in 500 years to decentralize decision-making power and resources away from Westminster. This move aims to grant more authority to the region and its local leaders.
Historical Context
The concept of a Council of the North dates back to 1484 when it was first created by King Richard III. However, it was disbanded in 1641 before the Civil War. Now, there are discussions to revive this official body to oversee areas such as transport, planning, trade, and investment.
Regional Collaboration
Regional mayors have been engaged in conversations with ministers regarding the formation of this council. The mayors are keen on collaborating and have already come together under the "Great North" banner to enhance their global presence. The aim is to provide more autonomy to individual areas for decision-making processes.
Future Plans
A white paper by Minister Jim McMahon outlining the plans for the Council of the North is expected to be released by the end of the month. The government is looking to devolve powers and funding to mayors and combined authorities to support local initiatives and development.
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