The Department of Communities and Local Government has now published a plain English overview of the Localism Bill. The guide describes the main measures of the bill under four main headings:
- New freedoms and flexibilities for local government.
- New rights and powers for communities and individuals.
- Reform to male the planning system more democratic and effective.
- Reform to ensure that decisions about housing are taken locally.
The bill is still being progressed through Parliament - click here to view its progress.
The document 'Decentralisation and the Localism Bill: an essential guide' also gives further background info - click here to view the document.
