Local Government Reorganisation update – response from Warwickshire Councils
North Warwickshire Borough Council, Nuneaton and Bedworth Borough Council, Rugby Borough Council, Stratford-on-Avon District Council, Warwick District Council and Warwickshire County Council have responded to the Government’s announcement about local government reorganisation in Warwickshire.
Published: 2 November 2026
The six councils said:
“We note that the Government is minded to restart local government reorganisation in Warwickshire on the basis of two new unitary councils: one covering North Warwickshire, Nuneaton and Bedworth, and Rugby, and one covering Stratford-on-Avon and Warwick.
“Councils across Warwickshire have held different views on the best structure for local government. We remain committed to working together constructively and responsibly now that the Government has confirmed the way forward.
“Our shared priority is to protect the services residents, businesses and communities rely on. We will also support our staff and make sure the move to the new councils is planned carefully.
“We now need clear information from the Government about the timetable, funding and next steps. We do know that the new unitary councils will be in place from April 2029. We will work closely with the Government, our partners, staff and councillors to secure the best possible future for local services across Warwickshire.”
Please also find below a link to the letter to Council Leaders from the Ministry of Housing Communities and Local Government
Local government reorganisation: minded to decision letters to council leaders – GOV.UK