Devolution and local government reorganisation

Our proposal to government

A sign pointing to the city centre shops, Stowe pool and tourist information, with Lichfield cathedral in the background against a blue sky

The government has announced plans to reorganise all county areas in England, including Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent, into unitary councils.

Although Lichfield District Council has not sought these changes, we cannot ignore them.

We have therefore worked with neighbouring councils to shape a proposal that reflects our residents’ views and meets both our guiding principles and the government’s criteria for reform.

View the full council covering report. This was discussed by Full Council on 4 November 2025.

View the full detailed proposal