The Devon and Torbay Devolution Consultation closes in 12 days time on March 24. And the Society has now submitted its response.

Amongst our many concerns with the creation of yet another and arguably unnecessary layer of local government for which no mandate exists is the possibility it could yet usurp some crucial functions currently the responsibility of our District Council, such as planning.

And we are being offered no opportunity to opt out.

Over the past few weeks we have posted a number of items, beginning with Devon Devolution Deal decision should be delayed, followed shortly afterwards by Devon Devolution Deal update, Devon Devolution Deal is Democracy Denied and most recently Devolution night be on way – but at what cost?.

Should you also wish to respond to the Consultation you can do so here.