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Frequently Asked Questions on Local Government, Devolution & Elections Regulations
What does the English Devolution Bill propose for mayoral powers?
The English Devolution Bill aims to create a standardised devolution by default framework for areas with Mayors, granting Strategic Authorities new powers over transport, housing, and economic development, moving away from bespoke deals towards a uniform statutory settlement.
How do Mayoral Combined Authorities (MCAs) exercise devolved powers in England?
MCAs are established under the Local Democracy, Economic Development and Construction Act 2009 and the Levelling-up and Regeneration Act 2023, exercising devolved powers over multi-year consolidated transport budgets, adult education budgets, spatial development strategies, brownfield regeneration funding, and local bus franchising under the Bus Services Act 2017.
What voter identification requirements were introduced by the Elections Act 2022?
The Elections Act 2022 mandates that voters in Great Britain present an approved form of photo identification (such as a passport, driving licence, or free Voter Authority Certificate issued by local electoral registration officers) to cast their ballot in person at parliamentary elections, local elections in England, and police and crime commissioner elections.