The Rise of Reform in English local government

The May 2025 local elections introduced a new political force into local government in England, with the Reform Party securing the Combined Authority mayoralties of Greater Lincolnshire and Hull & East Yorkshire, and control of several councils such as Kent, Staffordshire, and Doncaster.

What does this mean for local growth, placemaking, and the pace of devolution?  LEDC unpacks the policy agenda of Reform at the local level and explores how the political landscape could shape regional partnerships, economic development strategies, and even the national government's approach to empowering local leaders.

What does the rise of the Reform Party mean for local economic development and placemaking in the UK?

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Biscotti Briefing May 2025 - The rise of Reform in English local government.

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