BBC Verify has looked at what impact further devolution could be expected to have on the UK.

Ben Houchen says he would also like regional mayors to have more control over funding they receive.

But at least there is agreement that there is some upside to this strand of Burnham’s economic agenda. The same cannot be said for devolution, even fiscal devolution. Not that you would know it from ...

Makerfield MP on course to be PM will argue for more decision-making in regions and communities as he sets out platform for government ...

English devolution could unlock billions in extra tax receipts and level up long‑overlooked rural economies, according to a ...

The new combined authority will take in Southampton, Portsmouth, Hampshire and Isle of Wight councils Elections for a new mayor for the Hampshire and Solent region will take place next year, the ...

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Chancellor George Osborne has made his first major announcement since becoming first secretary of state – a position that essentially makes him Deputy Prime Minister in everything but title.