News / Council inquiry
THE FUTURE of local democracy is being examined by a Scottish parliament committee.
The local government and regeneration committee will explore whether local councils have the necessary flexibility, autonomy, and constitutional place to meet the needs of communities across Scotland.
The committee will also consider public engagement and turnout at local elections.
Committee convener Kevin Stewart MSP said: “As we debate questions about Scotland’s constitutional future it is timely our committee take the opportunity to examine whether the local democratic structures currently in place are right for Scotland, no matter what the future may bring.
“Our committee will look at a range of issues during this inquiry and we want to hear from those with an interest in how local government operates as well as those living and working in communities about their experiences of local government.”
The committee will also compare the structures in place in Scotland with other jurisdictions as well as how remote communities, such as rural or island communities, are accommodated within local government structures.
Submissions to the committee should be sent to: lgr.committee@scottish.parliament.uk or by post to the Clerk to the Local Government and Regeneration Committee, Room T3.40, Scottish Parliament, Edinburgh EH99 1SP.
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