✅ Delegated Legislation
Commons Chamber
Parliament swiftly approved new regulations establishing combined county authorities in Devon and Torbay, Greater Lincolnshire, Hull and East Yorkshire, and Lancashire. These new authorities aim to enhance local governance and regional development. The decisions were made without debate, showcasing a streamlined legislative process. This move is set to transform local governance across these regions.
Summary
- The Devon and Torbay Combined County Authority Regulations 2024 were approved by the House.
- The Greater Lincolnshire Combined County Authority Regulations 2025 were approved by the House.
- The Hull and East Yorkshire Combined Authority Order 2025 was approved by the House.
- The Lancashire Combined County Authority Regulations 2024 were approved by the House.
All these approvals were proposed by Gen Kitchen and passed without debate under Standing Order No. 118(6).
Divisiveness
The session in the transcript shows a very low level of disagreement, characterized by unanimous consent to all motions presented. Each motion regarding the draft regulations and order for different combined county authorities was put forth and agreed to without any recorded dissent or discussion. This suggests a session with minimal to no disagreement among the members present. Examples of the lack of disagreement include the repeated phrases ‘Question agreed to’ following each motion, indicating that all proposals were passed without opposition or debate.