#OptionBforMe is about opening up discussion and debate around Option B, which is the business case East Cambridgeshire District Council has officially announced it will be contributing to as part of Local Government Reorganisation.

South Cambridgeshire District Council and Cambridge City Council are also contributing towards the Option B business case.

Early engagement we have done with residents shows many people in East Cambs think the most logical thing would be to align East Cambridgeshire with Greater Cambridge – because many people shop and work there, as well as Cambridge being a great place. 

Aligning with Greater Cambridge will see East Cambridgeshire moving into a new authority with two of the highest Council Tax paying areas, accommodating thousands more houses, losing both its local voice and, most likely, easy access to services.

Option B gives residents, business and stakeholders the very best of both worlds. Housing is likely to be more controlled, services will remain local, the rural voice will be heard - and residents will still have Cambridge and all the benefits that brings on our doorstep.