Decision details
Devolution and Strategic Partnerships
Decision Maker: Cabinet
Decision status: Recommendations Approved (subject to call-in)
Is Key decision?: Yes
Is subject to call in?: Yes
Purpose:
To provide an update on the Government's
accelerated programme for English Devolution and set out options
and recommendations for Shropshire Council in line with the
Government's timescale.
Decision:
RESOLVED:
That Cabinet:
1. Continue discussions with Government, Telford & Wrekin Council, and other partners to explore devolution options that support Shropshire’s interests, recognise its rurality and build on existing economic and partnership strengths; and
2. Delegate authority to the Chief Executive, and Corporate Director of Growth and Connected Communities, in consultation with the Leader, and relevant Portfolio Holder, to progress discussions with Ministers, Government officials, neighbouring authorities and partners in line with national timescales.
Report author: Hayley Deighton
Publication date: 14/10/2026
Date of decision: 14/10/2026
Decided at meeting: 14/10/2026 - Cabinet
Date comes into force if not called in: 22/10/2026
Call-in deadline date: 21/10/2026
Current call-in Count: 0
Accompanying Documents:
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