Devolution is a key part of the Levelling Up and Regeneration Act, all areas in England will be given the opportunity to benefit from devolution by 2030. In this session, hear from metro mayors from city regions across England on placing local decisions for planning, spending and housing in the hands of local people, and how city regions are innovating and taking risks as a combined force.  

• What the future of devolution looks like and what can be learnt from those at varying stages on the devolution journey  
• Impactful collaboration to influence local placemaking alongside local accountability
• How devolution has benefitted local people and the housing provision for communities