Guidance

Mayoral Development Corporations in combined authorities and combined county authorities: Guidance on legislation and scrutiny

Guidance to mayoral combined authority and combined county authority officers and members on the legislation, responsibilities and governance of Mayoral Development Corporations.

• From: Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government
• Published: 3 April 2025

Applies to England

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Mayoral Development Corporations in combined authorities and combined county authorities: Guidance on legislation and scrutiny

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MHCLG has produced guidance in response to a recommendation made to government in the Tees Valley independent review report, published 29 January 2024.

This guidance clarifies legislation in respect of Mayoral Development Corporations, including oversight, reserve matters and consent. The guidance provides an overview of what a Mayoral Development Corporation is; how legislation works, including consent; and clarifies the roles and responsibilities of mayoral combined and combined authority members and officers.

Published 3 April 2025