Devolution disputes leave Lancashire looking lost once again

What's next for the long-awaited deal that almost became reality?

Just a matter of weeks ago, it seemed Lancashire’s devolution deal was done and dusted. While the lower tier authorities had been left unhappy, Lancashire County Council, Blackpool Council and Blackburn with Darwen Council signed off on a deal granting more power over adult education and public transport and this was on its way to becoming law.

But it ha…