Proposal to use a Legislative Reform Order in forming a combined authority or economic prosperity board

The government is proposing to seek Parliament’s approval to make amendments to Part 6 of the Local Democracy, Economic Development and Construction Act 2009, relating to combined authorities and economic prosperity boards, through a Legislative Reform Order.

The legislative changes proposed are intended to ensure that local authorities are able to collaborate across their functional economic areas, to maximise economic development and regeneration.

This consultation invites views on the proposed changes to the legislation and on the draft Legislative Reform Order.