The new Labour government has pledged to reset relations between Whitehall and the regions, and has already invited the metro mayors to Downing Street. In her first letter to local leaders, Angela Rayner urged councils without devolved powers to “partner with the government to deliver the most ambitious programme of devolution this country has ever seen”.
“For any area considering it, now is the time to take the plunge and speak to us about how we can work with you to transform your regions.' The government is set to include the Take Back Control Bill as part of the King’s Speech tomorrow, which will widen and deepen devolution. Sir Keir Starmer has also announced the creation of a Council of Nations and Regions, which will include the Prime Minister, leaders of the devolved governments and metro mayors.