Norfolk County Council is on the verge of a decisive moment regarding a transformative devolution deal, which includes a significant £7 million allocation for brownfield site development. Council leader Kay Mason Billig anticipates potential enhancements to the deal in Chancellor Jeremy Hunt’s autumn statement.

This decision, crucial for the county’s urban redevelopment, is tied to a proposed shift in governance structure, requiring a public vote to directly elect the council leader.

Set for December 14, this decision could dramatically shape Norfolk’s approach to revitalising underused urban areas, marking a new chapter in local governance and development.