A Devolution Deal for Suffolk

It's part of the government's English Devolution White Paper, which seeks to devolve powers and funding from central government to local leaders and Mayors - whilst at the same time reorganising existing council structures in two-tier areas like Suffolk.

This would simplify and streamline council structures so it's easier for residents to understand and save taxpayers money.

2022 County Deal consultation reports

In December 2022, Suffolk County Council and the government signed a proposed, in principle, devolution deal which would transfer certain powers and funding from the government to the county council. This deal was abandoned by government in September 2024.

As part of the then process, Suffolk County Council undertook a public consultation exercise. Although the consultation is no longer specifically relevant, we have published reports to conclude that piece of work for the public record.