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No evidence exists to support mega councils, study reveals

No evidence exists to support mega councils, study reveals

Spending and performance data shows no benefit from proposed 500k population size Claims that mega councils with populations in excess of 500,000 will save money and improve services have been plunged into further doubt by new research. The Government has embarked on...
DCN Conference 2026: Tickets are now on sale

DCN Conference 2026: Tickets are now on sale

We’re delighted to announce that tickets are now on sale for the DCN Annual Conference on Thursday 19 to Friday 20 March 2026. Following the success of our 2025 conference, attended by over 300 people, we will be returning to the De Vere Beaumont Estate in Windsor. If...
‘We have bold plans to drive change,’ says new DCN Chair

‘We have bold plans to drive change,’ says new DCN Chair

The District Councils’ Network’s new Chair took the reins last night at a crucial moment for all member councils. Cllr Richard Wright, Leader of North Kesteven District Council in Lincolnshire, took over from Cllr Sam Chapman-Allen at a House of Lords reception. Cllr...
DCN Chair gives Devo Bill evidence to MPs

DCN Chair gives Devo Bill evidence to MPs

District councils should be given a seat at the table of new strategic authorities to ensure their longstanding housing and planning expertise is fully utilised, DCN’s Chair has told MPs. Cllr Sam Chapman-Allen this morning gave evidence to the MPs developing...

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