UK devolution16 Feb 2026Residents asked if they want a new councilThe county town of Staffordshire is currently the only part of Stafford borough which is unparished.16 Feb 20265 Feb 2026Views sought on four options to reshape councilsThe proposals have been put forward as the government seeks to streamline local authorities.5 Feb 20265 Feb 2026People asked to share views on how Devon is runAll of the district councils and the county council are being abolished.5 Feb 20265 Feb 2026Millions being lost due to lack of devolution dealOne business leader says the county is being "undersold" without inclusion in a new combined authority.5 Feb 202621 Jan 2026Government asks for clarity on Oxford electionsThe government has asked Oxford City Council to clarify its position on May's elections going ahead.21 Jan 202618 Jan 2026Councils abolished and elections cancelled - why?The biggest reform of local government in more than 50 years is set to bring major changes to Devon.18 Jan 202615 Jan 2026Councils in Sussex back local election delaysAfter long debates and divided opinions, council leaders will request local elections are postponed.15 Jan 202614 Jan 2026Police called as council votes to shelve electionAbout 50 protesters turned up to the extraordinary meeting at Redditch Borough Council.14 Jan 20269 Jan 2026Will anyone get to vote in Sussex this year?All 2026 local elections in Sussex face being scrapped after vote for mayor postponed amid changes.9 Jan 2026...