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<p>We have regular discussions with local authorities on a range of issues associated
with localism.</p><p> </p><p>I refer my hon. Friend to the recent command paper, <em>Implications
of devolution for England</em> (Cm 8969) which sets our approach to further decentralisation
in England.</p><p> </p><p><a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/implications-of-devolution-for-england"
target="_blank">https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/implications-of-devolution-for-england</a></p><p>
</p><p>I would also note the recent Written Ministerial Statement on the governance
of Birmingham City Council of 9 December 2014, <em>Official Report</em>, Column 27WS,
which follows the review by Sir Bob Kerslake.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p>
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