Provides coverage of various aspects of the law and practice of parish, town and community councils in England and Wales. This work also incorporates changes in the law; and is suitable for new councillors, and clerks.

A practical reference work providing an accessible approach to the way local authorities function. Examining the legal framework, within which local government is organised, the statutes by which local government is regulated and the administrative law by which activities themselves are governed, including domestic law and European law.

Provides a practical analysis of the types of legal liability faced by local governments. This work takes the reader through liability in relation to each of the core functions of local authorities, and examines the different liabilities arising from the actions of local government officers, their agents and their contractors.

Presents a statement of the law relating to parish and community councils, in the form of a narrative accompanied by comprehensive statutory materials. This work takes into account the Planning Act 2008, the Commons Act 2006 and the Local Government and Public Involvement in Health Act 2007.

Charging and Trading in Local Government provides detailed guidance on local authorities' powers to charge for services and trade, powers that were substantially overhauled and expanded by the Local Government Act 2003. Written by practitioners who are recognised as the leading experts on this subject, it clearly explains what these powers now are and guides readers through their effective use. ..

Royal assent, 23 October 2007 - an Act to make provision about promoting the sustainability of local communities.

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Part of The Practical Approach series, this title provides comprehensive coverage of the full range of law and legislation relating to local government and local authorities. It makes use of examples, checklists, and key documents, to assist the busy practitioner in quickly locating the material they need.