English Devolution &

Local Government Reorganisation

 
 

Devolution Preparedness Training

Play this introductory video to understand our Preparedness Training. Throughout 2025 we listened to member concerns and challenges, we heard that many of our councils are open to delivering more for your communities, with the right support and funding. This training is our response to those identified member support needs. For many it will not be a quick exercise, we recommend you take your time. First, watch this video and register to attend an in-person training session near you. 

Link to event registration

Link to associated webpages

Useful links

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A short explanation of Devolution in Gloucestershire

The English Devolution White Paper

Gloucestershire's invitation letter from the Ministry of Housing Communities and Local Government 

The English Devolution and Community Empowerment Bill

GAPTC Devolution and Local Government Reorganisation Survey Report (requires login)

Local Government Association's Devolution Hub with FAQs  

What does the government mean by 'Place'?

Surrey Association of Local Councils' Strong, Vibrant Communities Report 

GAPTC Working Group

We called for nominations to this working group and received a very encouraging response. Please note below the members of this group and the Terms of Reference (opens in a new tab). The latter may be subject to revision. Although the original terms of reference suggest 8-10 members for this group, due to the high number of nominations and a desire for inclusivity and representation across the districts/boroughs and council sizes, and providing for the possibility that a member may have to step away from the group, we have selected 12 members.

Link to meeting papers

  • Cllr Stephen Andrews (Chair), Kempsford PC (Cotswold)

  • Cllr David Thorpe, Oddington PC (Cotswold)

  • Cllr Richard Page, Norton PC (Tewkesbury)

  • Cllr Chas Townley, Hucclecote PC (Tewksbury)

  • Cllr Nick Penny, Coleford TC (Forest of Dean)

  • Cllr Adrian Oldman, Stroud TC (Stroud)

  • Cllr Steve Dunford, West Dean PC (Forest of Dean)

  • Cllr Adrian Bamford, Up Hatherley PC (Cheltenham)

  • Cllr Patrick Cullen, Teddington and Alstone PC (Tewkesbury)

  • Cllr Jan Koning, Tidenham PC (Forest of Dean)

  • Shared seat: Cllr Helen Elliot-Boult/Cllr Charles Pedrick, Rodborough PC (Stroud)

  • One vacancy