Chamber responds to city boundary change decisions in Leicestershire, Nottinghamshire and Derbyshire

Richard Blackmore from The East Midlands Chamber

Following Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) decisions announced in Leicestershire, Nottinghamshire and Derbyshire, East Midlands Chamber has given its reaction.

Decisions were reached after consultation periods took place in each of the three cities and counties. New unitary councils are expected to begin delivering services from April 2028.

Derby and Derbyshire
10 councils reorganised into two unitaries:

• North Derbyshire – High Peak, Derbyshire Dales, Chesterfield, Bolsover, North East Derbyshire, northern Amber Valley
• South Derbyshire – Derby City, Erewash, South Derbyshire, southern Amber Valley

Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland
10 councils reorganised into two unitaries:

• Leicester, Oadby and Wigston and parts of Blaby, Charnwood and Harborough
• Remaining areas of Leicestershire and Rutland

Nottingham and Nottinghamshire
9 councils reorganised into two unitaries:

• Nottingham City and parts of Broxtowe, Gedling, and Rushcliffe
• Ashfield, Bassetlaw, Mansfield, Newark and Sherwood, parts of Broxtowe, Gedling and Rushcliffe

Maps showing new boundaries for each city and county can be viewed or downloaded for a limited time here.

East Midlands Chamber Director of Policy and Insight Richard Blackmore said: “From a business perspective, what will be important is that firms are still able to access the support, information and services that help them operate on a day-to-day basis, as that is needed to help drive investment into skills and infrastructure.

“Transitions must be well planned to protect service continuity, minimise disruption and retain strong local engagement. Businesses need certainty on how planning, procurement and business support will operate during and after reorganisation.

“The Chamber stands ready to connect local firms with new councils, to support practical solutions for local supply chains, and to champion any investment opportunities that may arise.”