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MANILA, Philippines — President Marcos has extended the transition period for the full devolution of certain roles of the executive branch to local governments, citing the latter’s differing ...

The biggest local government reorganisation in a generation is meant to put political power closer to voters' homes, according to those behind the scheme, along with a major shakeup of rural councils.

DUP leader Gavin Robinson delivered a robust defence of devolution as he told his party conference that Westminster rule would effectively mean “de facto Dublin rule from London”. The East Belfast MP ...

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A radical £600 million shake-up in local government in Cheshire has moved a step closer after council chiefs gave their backing for devolution. Cheshire West and Chester's ruling cabinet approved ...