Suzanne Gill
- Partner
- Real Estate
Partner comments on the opportunities and challenges of regional devolution
Real Estate Partner Suzanne Gill has been featured in a recent The Law Society Gazette article, “In depth: Burnham’s devolution revolution”, which explores the legal, economic and governance implications of proposed reforms to regional devolution across England and Wales.
The article examines the potential impact of greater devolved powers on areas including planning, infrastructure, regional funding and economic development. Drawing on perspectives from legal professionals across the UK, it considers how increased local decision-making could shape investment, regeneration and public services.
Suzanne highlights the importance of maintaining robust scrutiny as powers are devolved, noting that experiences from existing regional authorities demonstrate the need for effective oversight of local decision-making. She also emphasises the need for clarity around infrastructure projects that cross regional boundaries in order to support private investment and long-term development.
Looking at the opportunities presented by devolution, Suzanne comments on the potential benefits for the commercial property sector, suggesting that increased regional economic activity could drive investment and enhance land values in devolved areas.
Read the full The Law Society Gazette article here.
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