The 1st of February saw the official launch of the York and North Yorkshire combined authority.
The new authority is the product of a devolution deal that will see more than £540 million worth of investment moved away from central government to be distributed over the next three decades. The deal will also see the first Mayor for York and North Yorkshire elected in May.
A spokesperson for the City of York Council said, “While we are all rightly proud of where we live, our region does face challenges, especially around housing, transport and the cost-of-living crisis. Making devolution a success means delivering for our residents and businesses by investing in sustainable and affordable housing, tackling the climate emergency, transforming transport and boosting our economy for the benefit of everyone.”
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