Why would unitary government be better for Norwich and for Norfolk?
Norwich is the biggest city in England which does not have unitary status. We believe there are potential significant economic, social and environmental benefits for local people that could be achieved if unitary status were to be introduced across the whole county: Greater efficiency • more integration of complementary services • less duplication of services (eg there are 8 teams of finance, personnel and legal services across the county) • greater consistency in service delivery and standards • stronger purchasing power to achieve better costs • closer partnership with police and health services. More local focus • clearer and greater political accountability • easier access to services for local people • no confusion about which council is delivering which services • all funds raised locally will be spent locally • more targeting on local needs and aspirations. Stronger economic focus on the city of Norwich • status as a viable city in its own right, as well as a regional hub • attr
