In this report funded by Local Trust, IPPR North set out what is needed to renew and expand hyperlocal governance across England.
Hyperlocal governance has huge potential. It can give people a greater say in their areas, helping them determine and deliver what is needed in their neighbourhoods, and bring social benefits to communities as well.
In this report, Handforth in hindsight: The future of hyperlocal governance in England, IPPR North recognise the potential and merits of the existing parish council model whilst highlighting the issues with it – some of which were illustrated by a viral video of a Handforth council meeting in 2021.