Sheffield City Region agrees devolution deal with Government

SHEFFIELD CITY REGION has agreed on a devolution deal with Government which will give local authority and business leaders greater say over how they grow the local economy.

The Deputy Prime Minister, and Sheffield Hallam MP, Nick Clegg is today in the City Region to confirm a devolution deal which will shift power from Whitehall to the Combined Authority, giving local leaders greater influence over transport, skills, housing and business support.

Mr Clegg said: “It’s a historic moment for the great city of Sheffield, and I’m pleased to be bringing more power to the people of Sheffield today, after I’ve pushed for greater devolution to the North through my Northern Futures programme for so long.

“Today’s deal will give council leaders clout to push forward local plans that strengthen the economy and the running of the city themselves, without waiting for Whitehall.

​”Putting the people of Sheffield in control of our cities destiny will ensure local plans are in line with what local people want. From transforming travel across the city, to improving access to skills training, the deal will mean changes in the city are shaped by those who live there.

“Gone are the days of central government controlling all local decisions, and I’m proud to be at the forefront of these forward-thinking changes that see cities like Sheffield able to grow as they see fit.”