A Greater Lincolnshire for All – Launched

An ambitious proposal for the future of local government in Greater Lincolnshire has today been officially launched  in Lincoln, the historic county city of Lincolnshire.  

A Greater Lincolnshire for All would see the creation of two equally sized unitary authorities covering the north and  south of Greater Lincolnshire that would replace the existing county council, two northern unitary councils and the  remaining borough, district and city councils.  

Northern Lincolnshire Council, covering Lincoln, North Lincolnshire, North East Lincolnshire and West Lindsey 

Southern Lincolnshire Council, covering Boston, East Lindsey, South Holland, North Kesteven and South  Kesteven 

The proposal is being championed by East Lindsey and South Holland District Councils as the best possible model  for the future of local government in the county with improved and easier to access local services, better value for  money, an enhanced role for parish councils and greater opportunities to attract new investment and jobs.  

Announced at the event were also 10 public pledges made to the people and communities of Greater Lincolnshire  that will act as the guiding principles as the area undergoes change: 

1. Continuity of services as local government changes in Greater Lincolnshire 

2. A commitment to all residents to keep them informed 

3. Protecting frontline staff working across the area 

4. Better value for money with savings directed to frontline services 

5. Accessible council services for all, delivered through contact hubs across the area  

6. A single telephone number and website to access ALL council services in your area 

7. Improved services for vulnerable residents including housing, adults’ and children’s services 8. Improved services for all children and young people, including education, training, jobs and transport 9. Greater local decision-making including for all town and parish councils and enhanced area-based governance 10. Closer relationships with all partners including the NHS, police, fire and rescue, education, and the voluntary  sector to deliver better services.

A comprehensive series of events across the county will take place over the coming months allowing residents,  communities, parishes and businesses to get involved with the proposal and have their say. 

Cllr Craig Leyland, Leader of East Lindsey District Council said:  

“The current system is complex, inefficient and confusing. A Greater Lincolnshire for All creates two new unitary  councils responsible for delivering all council services – Northern Lincolnshire and Southern Lincolnshire – to  replace current structures.  

“It is a balanced and ambitious plan that simplifies local government and delivers better services and value for money  for residents, communities and businesses. The pledges that we are setting out today will guide our approach and  provide reassurance to those we serve. We encourage everyone to now get involved and to find out more about how  A Greater Lincolnshire for All will benefit them.” 

Cllr Nick Worth, Leader of South Holland District Council commented: 

“A Greater Lincolnshire for All enables stronger local accountability, smarter use of public money, consistent, high quality public services and will create opportunities for our area’s economy bringing in new investment and jobs.  

“It gives Greater Lincolnshire a stronger voice – in government, in devolution negotiations, and in shaping the  county’s future for every community, business and resident. We now want to engage our residents, communities,  parishes and businesses on this ambitious plan as it develops over the coming months and for everyone to have their  say.”