Angela Rayner, the communities secretary, announced plans for a sweeping overhaul of local government on Monday as part of what ministers say is the biggest devolution of political power this century.
Officials added that it was likely some areas would have to request delays to avoid voters electing a council only to see it scrapped halfway through its term.
Jim McMahon, the local government minister, said on Monday the government may look at postponing some local elections next year, but added: It wouldn't be for longer than a couple of months, a year.
Robert Jenrick, the shadow justice secretary, tweeted: Elections should only be postponed in truly exceptional circumstances. Maybe Labour don't want to face the electorate?
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