A selection of images representing communities.
The ten most recent circulars and official letters published on the local government site.
Letter from Communities and Local Government Director to local authorities outlining Area Based Grant Determinations for 2008-2009.
This document is the request for advice from the Boundary Committee of the Electoral Commission on the unitary proposals made by Exeter City Council, Ipswich Borough Council and Norwich City Council in January 2007.
Sections 101 and 102 of the Local Government Act 2003 confer powers on the Secretary of State
Joint Ministerial commission to inspectorates to develop and deliver the Comprehensive Area Assessment (CAA). Published 3 April 2007.
It explains how these authorities might meet the requirements of Part I of the Local Government Act 1999 in preparing Best Value Performance Plans. Paragraphs 3-6 and Annex A and B consist of statutory guidance and replace paragraphs 13-16 and...
Revises the requirements for Best Value Performance Plans. Published 1 March 2004.
Provides guidance about the application of best value in England, a protocol on central Government engagement, the Code of Practice on workforce matters in local authority service contracts, and requirements for Best Value Performance Plans.
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