Published: Thu 29th October, 2026

The Government has today provided an update on its review of Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) decisions in a number of areas across the country.

While decisions have been announced to progress for some areas, Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland has been advised the Government has withdrawn its July 2026 decision to create two new unitary councils by April 2028, one covering a larger city and another for the rest of Leicestershire and Rutland.

The Government remains committed to the LGR process and has set out that further LGR decisions will be forthcoming.

Today’s update means that council services will continue as normal and there is no need for residents, businesses or community groups to do anything. We now await further detail and will provide updates as information becomes available.

Local council elections are still planned for 6 May 2027.

Cllr Jewel Miah, Leader of Charnwood Borough Council, said: “This is a significant decision that will affect local communities and thousands of local government employees across Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland for many years to come. I therefore welcome the Government’s decision to take further time to consider the proposals before reaching its final decision.

“It is important that we get this right. We have been advised that the Government intends to make a final decision in the new year, which will provide greater certainty and allow the area to move forward.

“In the meantime, Charnwood Borough Council will remain focused on delivering high-quality services for residents, businesses and communities across the borough.”