Should Essex have its own elected mayor like Boris Johnson

Essex could have its own elected mayor, similar to London's Boris Johnson, if it led to further devolved powers, according to county council leader, David Finch.The county council boss said he would welcome a "governor" or "commissioner" of the county as part of a deal with central government.At a full council meeting on Tuesday members discussed how Essex would gain further devolved powers from Whitehall.This would include greater control over business rates, spending of government grants and...