Time is running out for people across Nottinghamshire and Derbyshire to have their say on an agreement that could see £1.14 billion being invested in the area. The agreement will see a new East Midlands Authority being set up, headed up by a newly elected Mayor for the region.
This authority will have powers over issues such as transport and housing. The agreement was signed by Nottingham City Council, Nottinghamshire County Council, Derby City Council and Derbyshire County Council.
All four of these councils have agreed to the current proposed version of the devolution deal and the public are now being invited to have their say. The consultation will run until January 9 and as the deadline looms, below is how the deal could affect you, from a potential expansion of the tram network to the building of new homes.
