Latest news on local government autonomy

Here are some of the latest news and developments on local government autonomy:

India

• The Indian government has approved the Constitution (One Hundred and Twenty-Fourth Amendment) Bill, 2021, which aims to grant full statehood to the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir. This move is seen as a significant step towards decentralization and local government autonomy. (Source: The Hindu)
• The Ministry of Panchayati Raj has launched a scheme to provide financial assistance to local bodies for implementing projects under the Swachh Bharat Mission. The scheme aims to promote local government autonomy and improve sanitation infrastructure in rural areas. (Source: PIB)

Nigeria

• The Nigerian government has launched a new policy on local government autonomy, which aims to grant more powers to local governments and reduce the influence of state governments. The policy is seen as a step towards decentralization and improved governance at the local level. (Source: Vanguard)
• The Lagos State government has signed a bill into law, granting more autonomy to local governments in the state. The bill aims to improve the financial and administrative powers of local governments, and promote good governance at the local level. (Source: The Punch)

Kenya

• The Kenyan government has launched a new policy on devolution, which aims to promote local government autonomy and improve service delivery at the county level. The policy is seen as a step towards strengthening the devolution process and promoting good governance in Kenya. (Source: The Star)
• The Kenya National Assembly has passed a bill granting more autonomy to county governments. The bill aims to improve the financial and administrative powers of county governments, and promote good governance at the local level. (Source: Capital FM)

United States

• The City of Detroit has launched a new initiative to promote local government autonomy and improve service delivery. The initiative aims to give more power to local residents and community organizations, and promote community-led development projects. (Source: Detroit Free Press)
• The State of California has passed a bill granting more autonomy to local governments in the state. The bill aims to improve the financial and administrative powers of local governments, and promote good governance at the local level. (Source: Sacramento Bee)

Other developments

• The European Union has launched a new initiative to promote local government autonomy and improve service delivery in its member states. The initiative aims to give more power to local residents and promote community-led development projects. (Source: EU News)
• The World Bank has launched a new report on local government autonomy, which highlights the importance of decentralization and local government autonomy in promoting good governance and improving service delivery. (Source: World Bank)

These are just a few examples of the latest news and developments on local government autonomy.