Member

In general, I support the extension of powers, but I am concerned about the democratic deficit, as I see it. I support the extension of the functions, although I would like to see and hear more details on what those powers will be. I am concerned about the potential rise in the mayoral precept and about whether the Government are transferring the ability to fund functions and the costs of that from government to local taxpayers, as they have done with the social care precept, which I continue to be concerned about.