THE Boundary Committee's publication of its draft
proposal for Devon has generated much interest from
your readers. We'd like to thank those who have
responded already and we look forward to receiving more
responses by the time the consultation closes on
September 26.
We recognise that our draft proposals set out changes
that will affect everyone, which is why we're keen to hear
not only what people think but why they think it. Posters
and leaflets about our review should now be available at
local libraries and council buildings, and our website at
all the information needed to respond.
The committee's job is to draw up plans that strengthen
local government. We've been asked to put forward
proposals for unitary authorities that can deliver high-
quality, efficient services. We also want to see stronger,
better-resourced parish and town councils capable of
taking decisions that affect their local communities.
This could mean, for example, that town or parish
councils decide where speed bumps are built, what
facilities are available in local parks, or how often streets
are cleaned.
We look forward to hearing the views of the people of
Devon over the coming weeks.
Archie Gall
Director
Boundary Committee for England