五个县议会提议将县分为两个单一当局,以提高效率和增强地方控制,预计2026年将作出决定。 Five Worcestershire councils propose splitting the county into two unitary authorities to boost efficiency and local control, with decisions expected in 2026.

五个县议会已提议将县分为两个新的单一当局,以提高效率、可持续性和地方决策。 Five Worcestershire councils have proposed splitting the county into two new unitary authorities to improve efficiency, sustainability, and local decision-making. 该计划由顾问和公众参与制定,旨在将服务转向预防、加强民主问责制和保持地方特征。 The plan, developed with consultants and public input, aims to shift services toward prevention, strengthen democratic accountability, and preserve local identities. 它是联合王国政府重组方案的一部分,预期在2026年作出初步决定。 It counters concerns about a democratic deficit and is part of the UK government’s reorganisation programme, with initial decisions expected in 2026. 还提交了一份单一统一处理法备选提案。 An alternative single-unitary proposal has also been submitted.