Devolution &
Local Government
Reorganisation
Devolution and Local Authority Reorganisation
Norfolk announced as priority area for new powers and funding Norfolk is set to receive new powers and funding following a Government announcement, with the County being a key focus for devolution and local government reform. Ministers are aiming for a devolution deal that covers both Norfolk and Suffolk, including the creation of an elected mayor. They also plan to replace the existing "two-tier" system, where key services are shared between county and district councils, with unitary authorities. For more details on the story so far, including the Government's devolution white paper and answers to frequently asked questions from the Local Government Association, visit www.norfolk.gov.uk/devolution.
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NCC One Norfolk Presentation​
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JULY 2025
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West Norfolk is one of six district councils in Norfolk currently running a survey related to Local Government Reorganisation proposals. A range of promotional activities are happening as part of our joint “Future Norfolk” engagement campaign.
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During July, we are speaking with as many people as possible across Norfolk to invite everyone to complete our Future Norfolk survey to share their priorities and help shape a final submission to the Government this autumn.
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JUNE 2025 - Local Reorganisation Letter and Draft Executive Summary
You can also watch our video explaining devolution and local government reform. In addition, we have responded to the Government request for an ‘Interim Submission’ of our views for Local Government Reorganisation. The link to this is:​
Local Government Review - Engagement Plan
Interim Plan Final
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Your Norfolk Magazine Spring 25 Devolution
August 2025
JUNE 2025: Transport East Report
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We are pleased to announce that Transport East's Travel Behaviour Survey Report for Norfolk has now been published.
You can find the full report attached, and on our website: https://www.transporteast.gov.uk/travel-survey/norfolk/
This comprehensive document offers invaluable insights into how residents across Norfolk travel, their reasons for transport choices, and the barriers they face in adopting more sustainable methods. The findings can play a critical role in guiding transport planning and policy development across the area.
The regional Travel Behaviour Report, published in January, is also available and provides a broader view of travel patterns and behaviours across the East. Click here to view the report.
If you have any questions, please contact comms@transporteast.gov.uk.
www.transporteast.gov.uk
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DECEMBER 2024:
Recycling Centre booking information
Police Crime Prevention Handbook
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The geology and wildlife importance of Leziate Parish
The above links to the presentation made by Ash Murray of Norfolk Wildlife Trust on the 13th of September 2024.
​Planning Applications can be checked via:
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www.west-norfolk.gov.uk/info/20077/planning_applications/111/search_and_track_planning_applications
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Borough Council website:
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Reporting Highways issues
including footpaths, verges etc:
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www.norfolk.gov.uk/roads-and-transport/roads/report-a-problem
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