Local Government Reorganisation (LGR)

In December 2024, Central Government announced plans for the biggest reorganisation of local government in England in over 50 years. The reorganisation aims to create more efficient and effective local government, potentially leading to streamlined services and cost savings.

Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) will change the structure and responsibilities of local councils.  

In Nottinghamshire local services are currently delivered under what is known as a ‘two-tier’ council structure. LGR means we will move to a single tier system of unitary councils where just one council will deliver all the services you receive. 

In Nottingham and Nottinghamshire there are nine existing local authorities. Under LGR, all nine would be abolished, to create new unitary councils with a higher population of residents.

You can find out more on our dedicated website here: LGR: Nottingham and Nottinghamshire.

Newark and Sherwood District Councils position on LGR

Currently there are three options being explored for what LGR could look like in Nottingham and Nottinghamshire. The District Council selected its preferred option on 15 July 2025. You can read more about this here.

Public engagement

Until 14 September 2025, local people are able to complete an online survey to help us understand what matters most to people and ensure that any future changes reflect the needs and priorities of our communities. The views of people shared in this survey will feed into the development of final proposals, which must be submitted to government by 28 November 2025. You can find out more about this here.

News and updates

Our previous news stories relating to LGR in Nottingham and Nottinghamshire are available via the links below:

August 2025

Give your views on the future of Local Government

July 2025

NSDC selects preferred option for LGR

June 2025

LGR interim plan feedback received

March 2025

Next steps for Local Government Reorganisation

February 2025

Councils asked to submit proposals on LGR