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Leicester’s local government is about to undergo a massive overhaul, with ministers set to decide this week on a sweeping restructuring that could slash the number of councils from ten to just a few, sparking fierce debate across political lines. Leicester City Council, backed by Labour, wants to expand its boundaries to absorb surrounding towns, claiming it’ll save £46 million annually and boost housing. But Conservatives, Lib Dems, and Greens argue it’s disruptive. Leicestershire County Council proposes a single, larger council with minimal boundary changes, promising £40 million in savings. Meanwhile, district and borough councils, plus Rutland, want three new councils altogether, scrapping the current system. No local vote will be held—ministers will make the call before Parliament’s summer break. If approved, new elections will happen in 2027, with the new councils fully operational by April 2028, reshaping local governance in the region for years to come.

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