Written Question·Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government·UIN 95368

Local Government: Sheffield

Tabled: 28 November 2025

Answered: 3 December 2025

Named Day

Question

Mr Clive Betts

To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, as a result of the changes in the English Devolution and Community Empowerment Bill, how many extra powers will be given to Sheffield City Council; and how many powers currently

Answer

Miatta Fahnbulleh

The English Devolution and Community Empowerment Bill will establish ‘Strategic Authorities’ to lead in our regions. Strategic authorities will not replace councils. Strategic authorities will be responsible for unlocking investment, infrastructure and ec...

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