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Less is More: Fewer councils the right option for Greater Essex

Posted by: leaderandcabinet, Posted on: 21 May 2025 - Categories: Leader Blog
Cllr Kevin Bentley stands outside County Hall in Chelmsford.

Councillor Kevin Bentley reflects on the latest research on council numbers and what it means for local government reorganisation in Essex.

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