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Cumbria plans to create an elected mayoral authority for more local control over transport, jobs, and growth, pending final approval.
Westmorland and Furness Council has backed plans to create a Cumbria Mayoral Combined Authority (MCA), supporting devolution of powers over transport, skills, and economic development.
The move, pending final approval on October 14, aims to align Cumbria with other English regions like Greater Manchester and Tees Valley.
While some councillors raised concerns about democratic process and implementation risks, most agreed that consent is necessary to avoid potential government-imposed devolution.
The MCA would add a regional tier of government with an elected mayor, offering greater influence in national decision-making and access to new funding for growth and infrastructure.
Cumbria planea crear una autoridad municipal elegida para un mayor control local sobre el transporte, los empleos y el crecimiento, a la espera de la aprobación final.