# Mayors Get Tax Power in England | Europe News

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Podcast: [Europe News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now](https://stenobird.com/podcast/europe-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7498547)
Published: 2026-07-30T23:29:42+00:00
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Mayors in England are set to get a slice of the income tax pie starting next spring, marking a historic shift toward local control and empowering communities to fix transport, build homes, and create jobs right where they live. This bold move is part of a wider plan to decentralize power away from London and Westminster, with a new Downing Street office in Manchester ensuring the devolution push reaches all corners of the country. While business rates have already been cut for pubs, the real game-changer is the income tax share—details to be revealed in this year’s fiscal budget. Though currently limited to England, talks are underway with Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland. Still, devolution remains uneven, with only half the country covered by mayoral powers—so while this is a major step forward, there’s still work to be done to ensure everyone benefits. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/4c31eaedb703cf70

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