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Beyond the Map: Why Governance Design Beats Structure in Local Government Reorganisation
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- Truth about Local Government
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- Dec 17, 2025
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- 1244
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Summary
Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) isn’t just about drawing new boundaries it’s about what happens in the first 100 days when governance design, delegation, and political confidence collide with real-world planning decisions. In this episode, we talk to Rowan Cole , Thought Leader on LGR & Founder and Director of COALFACE , about what truly determines whether reorganisation improves planning outcomes. We’ll explore lessons from Dorset, Somerset, and Northumberland, the early warning signs of drift, and why public trust and democratic legitimacy become operational issues. Plus, we’ll dive into The First 100 Days Playbook and how AI could help councils navigate the chaos.