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NO to 'Greater Lincoln'.

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Thursday, 2 April, 2026
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Sir Edward Leigh in the Chamber

Local Government Reorganisation and the creation of unitary authorities is neither something I or many of my constituents have any enthusiasm or appetite for, Lincolnshire is such a large county geographically that it makes very little sense to form a unitary authority and I am sceptical of the proposed benefits. However, on this matter the Government is determined to override any local or community consensus on the matter.

Even more concerningly there is a possibility that a 'Greater Lincoln' may be the result of this. This would be a disaster for West Lindsey and other districts in the county as it would leave us neglected and out on a limb.

You can view my question and the Ministers response here.

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I was so pleased to once again attend the Lincolnshire Show, which year after year showcases some the best things about our great county and rural way of life. I was pleased to support the NFU at their tent with fellow Lincolnshire MPs as well as getting the opportunity to sign the pledge for a

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