The Government plans to extend devolution across all areas of England. Brighton and Hove, with East and West Sussex, have proposed the creation of a new strategic authority and elected mayor. But what does this mean exactly? And what does it mean specifically for nature and climate? Will climate action in Brighton and Hove benefit from being part of a larger authority? What powers and resources will move down from the centre? And what might move up to a new authority? What are the implications for participation and voice on environmental issues?

Chair: Cat Fisher, Climate:Change

Speakers:

Cllr Bella Sankey, Leader Brighton and Hove City Council

Chris Holloway, chair of Hampshire Climate Action Network, South East Climate Alliance and co-author of a letter toAngela Rayner, Making Devolution work for Climate and Nature

Background:

Devolution in Sussex: Resource from Brighton and Hove Council with background information including link to original White Paper, timetable, and links to Council discussions so far.

Making Devolution Work for Climate and Nature in Brighton and Hove