Devolution to England

Devolution to England’s cities and counties is high on the political agenda. In December 2024, the government published its English Devolution White Paper, setting out plans to ‘complete the map’ of English devolution, to deepen the powers of regional mayors, to put English devolution on a firmer constitutional footing, and to reorganise local government.  

Our devolution team produces research, events and commentary that shape the devolution policy landscape, making the case to government for how it should complete the job of English devolution. We also support places to make a success of devolution, including by sharing lessons about what works and how devolved powers can best be used to improve economic and social outcomes.