Local Government Reorganisation (LGR)

Read about the LGR plan and what it means to Staffordshire

Our proposal for Local Government Reorganisation

Map of Staffordshire's East/West LGR proposalOf the options that meet the government’s criteria for change, our research shows that the East-West option is the best financial option and would give both new councils the best chance of success, meaning better services and better value for all of our residents and businesses. 

On 4 November, Cabinet approved the submission of the Full Business Case for Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) in Staffordshire and on 28 November 2025, Staffordshire County Council submitted its final plan to Government. 

Read our full proposal 

Four other proposals were put forward by other councils in the area. 

Read a summary of these proposals

What happens next?

There’s still lots of work to do before any reorganisation of councils and responsibilities takes place.

Read the timeline of activity to find out more about the next steps.