Torbay MP Criticises Unitary Decision

Torbay MP Adrian Sanders has responded to the review of the decision to make Exeter Council a unitary authority.

A Committee of Lords is looking at the decision in Devon and a similar outcome in Norfolk, reviewing whether the local government changes listened to local people and if the changes will actually be effective.

The Committee will discuss the matter on March 2^nd.

Adrian said, “The Government has gone against all common sense and the wishes of a vast number of people in pushing through its plan for a unitary Exeter.  On top of that it has missed a great opportunity to improve local government across Devon.  Hopefully the Lords will see the folly in the Government’s decision and advise against its implementation.”