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English democracy relies on local councillors. So why are so many facing the axe? | Polly Toynbee

England plans major council reorganisations that could cut local councillors by up to 90%, merging districts into large unitary authorities and risking reduced democratic engagement.

UK politics

fromwww.theguardian.com

1 month ago

The Guardian view on Reform UK v the Nottingham Post: a council's boycott of its local paper is both petty and alarming | Editorial

Nottinghamshire council leader banned councillors from speaking to a local paper, undermining media scrutiny and accountability amid proposed local government reforms.

UK politics

fromwww.eppingforestguardian.co.uk

5 months ago

By-election date announced for two south Essex council seats

Residents of Ongar will vote in a by-election for council seats on May 22 amidst local government reform.

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English democracy relies on local councillors. So why are so many facing the axe? | Polly Toynbee

The Guardian view on Reform UK v the Nottingham Post: a council's boycott of its local paper is both petty and alarming | Editorial

By-election date announced for two south Essex council seats

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