Devolution

View article Full Councils to consider next stage in devolution proposals

Full Councils to consider next stage in devolution proposals

Hull and East Riding of Yorkshire councils will decide in the coming weeks on whether to move forward to the next stage of regional devolution. The councils will consider the proposed arrangements for the Hull and East Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority in relation to its establishment, governance, legal powers, and the areas that it will […]

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View article Hull and East Yorkshire Devolution proposal to be submitted to Secretary of State

Hull and East Yorkshire Devolution proposal to be submitted to Secretary of State

Hull and East Riding Unitary Leaders Board has today approved the submission of Hull and East Yorkshire’s Devolution Proposal to the Secretary of State for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities. Over 5,800 people shared their views and feedback on the proposals during an eight-week consultation, giving broad support for devolution to Hull and East Yorkshire. […]

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View article Devolution: Consultation results announced

Devolution: Consultation results announced

The findings of the public consultation for the Hull and East Yorkshire devolution proposal have been welcomed by the leaders of both councils. Cllrs Mike Ross and Anne Handley, leaders of Hull City Council and East Riding of Yorkshire Council respectively, were presented with the findings today, Thursday 14 March. The eight-week consultation saw thousands […]

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View article Leaders say ‘thank you’ as thousands have their say on devolution

Leaders say ‘thank you’ as thousands have their say on devolution

The public consultation for Hull and East Yorkshire’s devolution proposals has now ended and leaders of Hull City Council and East Riding of Yorkshire Council have thanked all those who have given their views. More than 4,600 people who live or work in Hull and East Yorkshire have had their say during the eight-week public […]

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View article Students quiz leaders about devolution as consultation enters final week

Students quiz leaders about devolution as consultation enters final week

With only one week to go in the Hull and East Yorkshire devolution consultation, council leaders have been talking to young people at Bishop Burton College about what devolution could mean for their future. Students were invited to meet Councillor Anne Handley, leader of East Riding of Yorkshire Council, Councillor Mike Ross, leader of Hull […]

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View article Devolution: Promoting economic inclusivity

Devolution: Promoting economic inclusivity

Hull City Council is committed to promoting economic inclusivity and this is part of the Hull and East Yorkshire devolution proposal. Promoting economic inclusivity could provide decent homes for all and economic opportunities for the most deprived communities. This could help to ensure the wider community benefits from and contributes to the growth and prosperity […]

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View article Devolution: Council leaders talk transport at Hull Paragon Interchange

Devolution: Council leaders talk transport at Hull Paragon Interchange

The region’s council leaders have been talking to passengers at Hull Paragon Interchange about the Hull and East Yorkshire devolution proposal and the benefits it could bring for transport. Cllr Mike Ross, leader of Hull City Council, and Cllr Anne Handley, leader of East Riding of Yorkshire Council, were taking part in the latest public […]

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View article Devolution: What is a Mayoral Combined Authority?

Devolution: What is a Mayoral Combined Authority?

The devolution proposals for Hull and East Yorkshire involves the creation of a Mayoral Combined Authority (MCA) covering both authorities. Establishing an MCA is a formal, legal step, allowing closer working on key strategic priorities to improve the local economy. Creating an MCA could unlock significant long-term investment and secure key powers at a local […]

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View article Still time to have your say as devolution consultation reaches halfway point

Still time to have your say as devolution consultation reaches halfway point

People in Hull and the East Riding have just over a month to have their say on the devolution proposal for the region, as the consultation reaches the midway point. Thousands have already taken part in the public consultation on the proposal, which could determine the future of the area. The devolution proposal includes the […]

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View article Devolution: Increasing productivity, jobs and skills

Devolution: Increasing productivity, jobs and skills

An assessment across many industries in Hull and East Yorkshire would show they have something to be proud of in terms of productivity and their levels of innovation. The region is home to world class research and development facilities, such as Reckitt’s global Research & Development HQ, the University of Hull’s Allam Medical building and […]

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View article Devolution and budget on the menu at Hull Business Breakfast

Devolution and budget on the menu at Hull Business Breakfast

Businesses in Hull can learn more about Hull and East Yorkshire’s devolution proposals, as well as Hull City Council’s upcoming budget forecast, at a business breakfast in the Guildhall next month. Hull Business Breakfast will begin with a welcome from Hull City Council’s assistant director for economic development and regeneration, Alex Codd, before featuring an […]

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