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A single unitary authority could deliver substantial savings for Worcestershire compared to alternative arrangements, according to a council business plan.

Significant reforms to local government are on the horizon, with Worcestershire County Council championing the 'One Worcestershire' model.

Under this proposal, the county council alongside Worcestershire's six district councils would be replaced by a single unitary authority.

Wyre Forest has also expressed support for the One Worcestershire approach, whilst Worcester, Wychavon, Malvern Hills, Bromsgrove and Redditch are backing a north and south unitary council split and are expected to unveil their own proposal this month.

A business case released by the county council this week suggests that £12 million in saving

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