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Two councils vote against Norfolk-Suffolk devolution

Two councils have rejected one of the proposed devolution deals on the table for East Anglia.

Two councils have rejected one of the proposed devolution deals on the table for East Anglia. 

Both Breckland DC and Norwich City Council have voted against continuing with the deal that includes Norfolk and Suffolk.

Breckland said it was not prepared to launch an ‘expensive and extensive' public consultation into the plans without key details being known at this stage.

Cllr William Nunn, leader of the council, said: ‘While Breckland is keen to foster partnership working, any devolution to a combined authority has to be right for the residents and businesses of our district.

‘The matter has been debated and discussed at length with members over the last few months. 

‘While devolution clearly presents opportunities to steer major decisions at a more local level, members are not yet convinced of the benefits of the deal in its current form and the requirement for a mayor.'

Norwich City Council also voted against the proposed devolution deal last night.

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