I believe that Colchester and surrounding areas could reach that size. Colchester is bigger than Thurrock, and Basildon is bigger than Southend, so if Southend and Thurrock can have unitary authorities, Colchester and Basildon can, too.
Communities and Local Government/Environment, Food and Rural Affairs
Proceeding contribution from
Bob Russell
(Liberal Democrat)
in the House of Commons on Monday, 20 November 2006.
It occurred during Queen's speech debate on Communities and Local Government/Environment, Food and Rural Affairs.
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