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The Daily Brief · Cornwall Political Watch

Wednesday, 28 October 2026 · 3 items

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Budget confirms Cornwall single strategic authority, no mayor

A government budget announcement confirms Cornwall will become a single strategic authority without an elected mayor, gaining devolved powers including a possible visitor levy. The Licensing Act Sub Committee also met, though no details have yet been published.

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Budget points to big changes for Cornwall - Cornwall Live

Chancellor John Healey confirmed Cornwall will become a single strategic authority without a mayor, securing devolved powers including a possible visitor levy.

Why it matters: Restructures local governance, enabling new revenue powers like a visitor levy that could affect tourism and local taxation

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