Cumbrian residents could be asked to elect a mayor in May 2026 if a devolution plan is agreed.

If approved, a combined authority will oversee issues like transport and housing in the future.

An opposition leader on Norfolk County Council is concerned about plans to postpone May's election.

County council elections could be delayed amid plans to form a unitary 'super council'.

Solent and Hampshire councils have until 10 January to confirm their stance on devolution.

Tim Iredale looks at whether directly elected mayors will revolutionise the way we are governed.

Council Leader Izzi Seccombe acknowledges the plans are unpopular, saying "turkeys don't vote for Christmas.

With devolution in the pipeline, there have been disagreements over the name for the new authority.