Local Government Reorganisation (LGR)
Friday 2 May 2025 - Feedback from Government on the Interim Plan submitted 21 March
Read the feedback document
What is LGR?
Local Government Reorganisation (LGR), is the process in which the structure and responsibilities of local authorities are reconfigured. The Government have set out plans to move away from the current two-tier system of district and county councils in England. This means all 15 councils in Essex would be replaced with a number of unitary councils.
Read the latest FAQ from Essex County Council:
Local Government Association (LGA) Devolution Hub
Visit the LGA Devolution Hub to find further information and resources. This includes a list of regularly updated devolution and local government reorganisation FAQs.
What is the council doing now?
We have been working with the other Councils to submit an interim plan for local government reorganisation, and this was sent on 21 March. Read the interim plan.
During the process our focus remains on delivering essential services across the whole of the Maldon district.