Decision Maker:

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: No

Is Callable In?: No

Date of Decision: November 19, 2025

Purpose:

Content: In accordance with Rule 15 of the Overview and Scrutiny Procedure Rules of the Council’s Constitution this item is exempt from the call-in procedure.   RESOLVED   (1)  That the 3 unitary authority business case for Local Government Reorganisation in Lancashire be approved for submission to the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government.   (2)  That the request to Government to postpone the 2026 local government elections due to be held in Blackburn with Darwen be approved.   (3)  That delegated authority be granted to the Chief Executive, in consultation with the Leader of the Council, to make any final minor amendments required and submit the business case setting out the proposal and a covering letter to the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government by 28th November 2025.