Charlotte Cane

Charlotte Cane

Liberal Democrat — Ely and East Cambridgeshire

Speaking in the House of Commons on 29 October 2026

Debate

Local Government Reorganisation

Contribution

As many Members have said, this process has been a shambles, but I welcome the “minded to” approach, and the fact that people have time to give their views. Although I want this process sorted quickly, the timetable has to be long enough for a real consultation. Bear in mind that all local government has to give proper due notice of its meetings, and of what will be on the agenda, so that the public can come and have their say. I am not at all sure that three weeks is long enough. Will the Minister please look at having a timetable that makes it practical for local authorities and local people to properly make their representations?

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