Double devolution

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Double devolution was first coined last year by the Young Foundation. It is closely associated with Cabinet Minister David Miliband [1] who used it in a series of speeches in 2005 and 2006.

The term refers to a double devolution of power from central government to local government, and from local government down to neighbourhoods and citizens. Double devolution places a great emphasis on the role of neighbourhood governance in respect of low level crime, environmental concerns and youth activities.

Miliband argued that the UK was a highly centralised country but that power should be devolved not just to local towns and cities but as close to citizens as possible. The lowest tier of government in the UK is significantly higher than in France, Germany and many other nations.

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