David Reed says he wants his constituents to have their say on local government reorganisation but he’s two months too late.

The Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government (MHCLG) conducted a statutory consultation on five proposals for restructuring local government in Devon, Plymouth, and Torbay.

This closed on 26 March 2026. 

The government “is expected to respond in summer 2026”.

Why play catch up now? Where have you been this spring? – Owl

From David Reed MP’s facebook page

 “Who Should Decide the Future of Our Community?

“The Government is planning major changes to local government in Devon. East Devon District Council, Exeter City Council and Devon County Council are set to be abolished, but there is still no agreement about what will replace them.

“Some proposals would see communities including Budleigh Salterton, Exmouth, Whimple and Lympstone absorbed into a much larger council centred on Exeter, with decisions on housing, planning, local services and council tax taken further away from our local communities.

“The Government is also proposing elected mayors with wide-ranging powers over planning, transport and local taxation across Devon.

“These are important decisions that could shape our area for many years to come, and I want to make sure constituents have the opportunity to have their say.

“I would be grateful if you could take a few moments to complete my survey on the future of local government in Devon. [After filling in your name, address and email]