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Gove returns as levelling up secretary
Michael Gove has returned to his previous position as secretary of state for levelling up, housing and communities in Rishi Sunak's new cabinet.
Gove previously served in the role under Boris Johnson, but was sacked after calling for Johnson to resign. His sacking was one of the catalysts that led to Johnson's resignation.
Gove has also previously served as education secretary and justice secretary.
Upon the news, Cllr Tim Oliver, Chairman of the County Councils Network, said: “The County Councils Network (CCN) would like to welcome Michael Gove back to the position of Levelling Up Secretary. Michael demonstrated during his previous time in the department that he was a strong supporter of local government around the cabinet table, and understands the opportunities and challenges facing councils right across the country.
“We worked closely with Michael and his ministerial team to develop the Levelling Up White Paper and then the Levelling Up and Regeneration Bill, and it is now critical that levelling up is delivered across England. Key to this will be keeping the momentum going on the county devolution agenda, and this should include a clear commitment to the principles underpinning the white paper and turbocharging devolution, starting with announcing the next set of areas to agree devolution deals, and opening up a second round of county deal negotiations.
“Earlier this year Michael committed to providing financial certainty to the sector and we now want to work with him to deliver this. Investing in and empowering county authorities will go a long way to ensuring that local areas can boost economic growth and bolster England’s productivity in the long run, while ensuring that residents have access to excellent services and the most vulnerable are protected."
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