Sussex has reached a significant milestone in its devolution journey, with the Government laying the Statutory Instrument in Parliament that will formally establish the Sussex & Brighton Combined County Authority. This is the final legislative step and will enable the new Mayoral Combined Authority to be created this Spring.
Government has also confirmed that, although mayoral elections have been delayed until 2028, devolution continues at pace, led by the constituent councils.
Ministers remain committed to transferring significant powers and funding to the Sussex and Brighton Combined County Authority, including:
– A long-term investment fund totalling £1.14 billion, providing sustained long-term term funding for locally agreed priorities.
– £30.4 million released over the next two years before mayoral elections, enabling early investment in programmes that matter most to Sussex residents and businesses.
– £9.0 million in capacity funding over four years to support the establishment and operation of the new authority.
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