More progress on Greater Lincolnshire devolution deal

All three councils in the region have now backed the proposals

The Leaders of Lincolnshire County Council and North Lincolnshire and NE Lincs Councils
Author: Andy MarshPublished 15th Mar 2024
Last updated 15th Mar 2024

Proposals for a devolution deal for Greater Lincolnshire with an elected Mayor have been approved by two more councils.

North East Lincolnshire councillors last night voted to move ahead with the plans which would bring greater powers and more funding to the area.

This morning it was the turn of North Lincolnshire Council.

They also backed the deal.

Lincolnshire County council agreed to the plans on Wednesday.

Now they'll be sent to the Government and are expected to get final approval.

That could mean elections for a Mayor take place next year.

I’m confident that these proposals are right for our region

Councillor Philip Jackson, Leader of North East Lincolnshire Council, said:

“I’m really pleased that my colleagues have approved these proposals."

"Tonight’s debate was very broad and Councillors are clearly supportive of bringing more investment and more powers to the area."

“A devolution deal will mean more funding for our area and extra powers from Westminster, and it’s important that this sits at a local level, with local decision-makers."

“I’m confident that these proposals are right for our region, and are right for North East Lincolnshire, and for me personally this is an incredibly proud moment."

We are absolutely determined our children will have the best opportunities in life

"It’s a historic day and will mean a great deal for our borough, and for Lincolnshire and the Humber region.”

Leader of North Lincolnshire Council Rob Waltham told us:

“This devolution deal will have a game-changing impact, changing the fortunes of a generation of young people across Lincolnshire."

“We are absolutely determined our children will have the best opportunities in life, to live in a Lincolnshire with well-paid jobs, a Lincolnshire where they can own their own home, a better connected Lincolnshire powered by clean energy and net zero industries."

“Devolution will deliver the investment and powers to make this vision a reality – it is a monumental opportunity.”

Last year, an agreement was made between government and the three Lincolnshire lead authorities for extra powers and funding to be transferred from Westminster.

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