Local Government Reorganisation Consultation
All 15 councils across Lancashire are now working together to develop proposals for what these new arrangements could look like.
Residents, businesses, and community organisations are invited to share their views and help shape the future of local government. A joint survey has been produced to ask:
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How important current services are to you;
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Your experience of those services;
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And, your thoughts on creating new unitary councils, including potential benefits, opportunities, and concerns.
Your feedback will help shape the proposals that must be submitted to the Government by 28th November 2025.
Next Steps
A range of options are being considered, from creating two to five new councils. Proposals must demonstrate:
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Stronger local leadership
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Improved service delivery and outcomes
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Value for money and financial sustainability
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Economic growth and prosperity
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Community identity and effective local partnerships
The Government is expected to lead a public consultation on the proposals early next year with a preferred option selected in summer 2026.
If approved, elections for shadow authorities could take place in May 2027, with the new councils taking over all services from 1 April 2028.
Take part in the survey
To find out more and complete the survey visit https://www.givemyview.com/lancashirelgr
The survey closes: 28th September 2025.