Levelling Up Bill: Doing Everything and Achieving Nothing?

The video discusses the Leveling Up and Regeneration Bill, a major legislative effort by the UK government to address regional inequality and improve public services. The bill outlines 12 missions to be achieved by 2030, focusing on productivity, opportunity, community, and local empowerment. Key changes include the creation of Combined County Authorities and modifications to planning rules. However, the bill has faced criticism for its lack of focus on regional inequality and the flexibility it grants the government to alter its missions. Critics argue that the bill is more about planning than true leveling up.

In what ways does the bill aim to empower local leaders and communities?

What are Combined County Authorities, and how do they differ from existing council structures?

What is the role of the Secretary of State in the compulsory purchase process as outlined in the bill?