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Closed petition Restore the traditional counties of England for ceremonial purposes

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Restore the traditional counties of England, also known as the historic counties - as described by the Association of British Counties - as Ceremonial counties and Lieutenancy areas.

This need have no effect on the structure of local government and is only for ceremonial and cultural purposes. The issue is a devolved matter in Wales and Scotland.

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