Government announces new Devolution deals across England

Devolution deals have been confirmed for Hull & East Yorkshire, and for Lincolnshire – with Combined County Authorities also set to be established in Lancashire, and Devon & Torbay.

The Mayoral elections will be in 2025 if the devolution deals are approved by Parliament.

Greater Lincolnshire will receive an additional £24m a year from Government, whilst Hull & East Yorkshire will receive £13m annually. These funds will be utilised to focus on key areas like housing, public transport, economic growth and job creation.

Angela Rayner, Deputy Prime Minister, said: “These changes are about rebalancing the power between Westminster and our communities. This agreement will ensure local people will have a seat at the table as we drive forward our plans to deliver economic growth, and unleash the potential of towns and cities which have been neglected for far too long,”