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Radical plans for single Cornwall council
Cornwall County Council has outlined a radical proposal for future governance in the south-west of England, involving the creation of a Single Council for Cornwall.
The plan promises cost-savings in the region of £17 million each year, which will be reinvested into frontline services, help limit council tax rises and deliver stronger leadership, according to its authors.
Created in response to the government’s invitation for councils to come forward with plans for future governance, the document entitled ‘One Cornwall, One Council - a strong and sustainable community for one and all’ will be considered by councillors on January 23rd.
“The results of the recent MORI poll clearly show that local people are confused by the current system of local government,” said local council leader, Liberal Democrat David Whalley.
“They support the principle of a single council for Cornwall which creates long-term savings and provides greater opportunities for public involvement,” he continued.
“We will be seeking additional powers from central government and regional bodies so that more decisions that affect Cornwall are made in Cornwall.”
Under the proposals, councillors and local councils will play a “bigger role”, Mr Whalley added, noting that new networks “will provide opportunities for local people to influence decisions and raise local issues and causes of concern”.
Should councillors approve the plans next week, they will be submitted to the government, with a chance of reaching the second stage of the selection process in March.
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