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Huntingdonshire

District an MP says the Government's option D would split between two unitaries.

On 1 September, Huntingdonshire featured in an unconfirmed proposal that would divide the district between two unitary councils.

Last refreshed: 3 September 2026 · Appears in 1 active topic

Key Question

Would Huntingdonshire really be split between two new unitary councils?

Timeline for Huntingdonshire

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Background

Huntingdonshire is a district in Cambridgeshire. Its relevance rests on its established local-government area and on how any future reorganisation might alter representation, services and administrative boundaries.

The district’s boundaries provide the frame for decisions affecting its residents and councils. On 1 September 2026, an MP said an option under discussion would divide Huntingdonshire between two unitary authorities, but the minister did not confirm that outcome. No Structural Changes Order had been laid at that time.

Common Questions
Would Huntingdonshire be split under local government reorganisation?
An MP alleged the Government had settled on option D, which would split it, but the minister did not confirm this.Source: Hansard
What is option D for the Cambridgeshire reorganisation?
The alleged option splitting Huntingdonshire between two proposed unitaries, Mid Cambridgeshire and Greater Peterborough.Source: Hansard
When will the Cambridgeshire and Peterborough reorganisation be decided?
The housing minister told Westminster Hall the Government would decide by October 2026.Source: MHCLG