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Local Government Reorganisation

Don’t Just Survive – Thrive.

System C is here to be your trusted partner through Local Government Reorganisation, supporting social care teams to protect citizens, maintain service standards, and transition safely. Don’t just survive – thrive.

What is LGR?

Local Government Reorganisation (LGR), introduced as part of the England devolution bill, represents the largest change in local authority structure since the 1974 reorganisation. The structural reform will see two-tier councils become new unitary authorities to improve efficiency, accountability and service delivery.

Who Is Affected?

  • Local government reorganisation applies to some local authorities in England only.
  • All two-tier authorities and some unitary authorities have been invited to participate.
  • London and Metropolitan Boroughs are excluded.

Getting Reorganisation Ready Whitepaper

The government aims to complete the LGR programme within the first parliamentary term, with a Vesting Day (a date when a local authority legally comes to an end) in April 2028.

February 2025

Invitation to submit proposals from government

March 2025

Submission of interim plans

September-November 2025

Submission of final proposals

January-April 2026

Government consultation on proposals

May-August 2026

Government decision on proposals

September-December 2026

Legislation prepared and laid before Parliament

May 2027

Shadow elections

April 2028

Go live (Vesting Day)

System C’s Commitment to You

With You From Day One

We will work in partnership with you from the outset. Together, we will ensure continuity of records, joined-up workflows, and clear governance, while ensuring everyone understands what’s changing and why.

Every council has a personalised system, and we recognise that no solution is the same. We will work with you individually to understand your unique needs and work with you to perform a safe migration.

Want to Stay Informed?

Engage now and see how System C can help your organisation transform safely.