Brexit and local government

This briefing paper covers the possible impact of exiting the European Union on local authorities, with regard to devolution deals; EU structural funds; compliance with EU law; and medium-term financial implications.

The paper includes information on the following:

+ Representation in Brexit negotiations
+ Devolution deals
+ EU Structural Funds
+ European Investment Bank
+ Energy efficiency
+ Waste collection and disposal
+ Trading standards
+ Procurement
+ State aid
+ Affordable homes
+ Access to council housing
+ Business rates
+ Credit ratings

• Primary Source

ESO: In Focus: Brexit - The United Kingdom and the European Union http://www.europeansources.info/record/brexit-the-united-kingdom-and-the-european-union/

Local Government Association: Press Release, 04.07.16: LGA: Councils must have leading role in EU exit negotiations http://www.local.gov.uk/web/guest/media-releases/-/journal_content/56/10180/7882990/NEWS

Local Government Association: Press Release, 24.06.16: LGA statement on 'leave' vote in EU referendum http://www.local.gov.uk/web/guest/media-releases/-/journal_content/56/10180/7870973/NEWS

Local Government Association: Press Release, 30.03.17: Brexit: councils respond to Great Repeal Bill White Paper https://www.local.gov.uk/about/news/brexit-councils-respond-great-repeal-bill-white-paper

Local Government Association: For information on Brexit https://www.local.gov.uk/about/news?topic%5B5616%5D=5616

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