Autumn Statement 2023: Memorandum of Understanding for the "Trailblazer" Single Settlements for Greater Manchester and West Midlands Combined Authorities

Memorandum of Understanding for the Single Settlements for Greater Manchester and West Midlands Combined Authorities

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At Spring Budget 2023, the government announced the “Trailblazer” devolution deals for Greater Manchester and West Midlands Combined Authorities, including a commitment to implement a single funding settlement at the next Spending Review.

This Memorandum of Understanding outlines the next level of technical detail for the single settlements. This includes the scope of the single settlements, the functional responsibilities of the Mayoral Combined Authorities, and the role of central government. It also outlines the approach to flexibility within the settlement, the process for setting the amount of funding the Mayoral Combined Authorities will receive, and the accountability and outcomes frameworks.