Local Government Reorganisation

Lancashire is made up of 15 councils. One county council, two unitary authorities and 12 district councils.  

Having two levels is confusing and costs more. Local government reorganisation will replace the current two-tier system with unitary authorities. 

Local government reorganisation (LGR) will change the current two-level council system into new, fewer, bigger councils called unitary councils.  

Councils in Lancashire have submitted proposals to government with recommendations on how this can be achieved.  

The government is seeking to:  

  • Use areas that make sense on a map, usually based on current council borders  
  • Make sure the new councils can manage their money well  
  • Keep services working smoothly  
  • Think about local pride, history, and culture  
  • Aim for each new council to cover around 500,000 people (but this can change depending on the area) 

 

To read the proposals visit the Lancashire LGR website: Proposals – Lancashire Local Government Reorganisation 

You can also take part in the consultation being ran by central government by visiting the Lancashire LGR website: Have your say – Lancashire Local Government Reorganisation