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Member

Speaking in the House of Lords on 29 January 2026

Debate

English Devolution and Community Empowerment Bill

Contribution

On public safety, the Bill streamlines the processes for transferring fire and police functions to mayors where boundaries are coterminous. Taken together, these measures strengthen the ability of mayors to act as conveners on public service reform. I hope that my answer provides my noble friend with an assurance on this Government’s commitment to empowering strategic authorities to act as conveners on public services.

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