Tri-borough proposals for combined services
Have you say on the future of your council
The three councils that cover central and west London are
proposing to combine some services to deliver a more efficient
service at a time when we have less money from government.
The document Have your say
on the future of your council explains what we are proposing to
do and asks for your views on the proposals, which are known
as the ‘Tri-borough’ project.
Complete the short online survey
Tri-borough report - 9 February 2011
The Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea
announced landmark proposals for combined services with Hammersmith
& Fulham and Westminster City Council in a move to protect
front line services.
The councils say that combining back office
and management costs will save £35 million a year by 2014/15 at a
time when councils across the UK face major budget
reductions.
Cllr Sir Merrick Cockell, Leader of the Royal
Borough, said: “Our councils remain committed to localism, with
local decision making and accountability. Indeed, combining
services will increase our ability to respond and engage on local
issues and ensure a greater share of resources going to the vital
front line. These proposals offer significant opportunities to save
many millions of pounds for our taxpayers”.
Read the report
Read the press release
Leader’s video and blog
Council Leader Sir Merrick Cockell discusses the proposals on
video (below) and on his latest Leader's Say.