Encyclopedia of Local Government Law

ncorporating full texts of Acts and regulations, and accompanied with a detailed commentary and full references to relevant judicial authorities, the Encyclopedia of Local Government Law:

• Forms a complete reference work on the law affecting local authorities
• Reproduces all the relevant legislation relating to local authority administration, including finance
• Provides annotations which clarify the technicalities and explain the implications
• Includes the Local Government Act 2003 with full commentary
• Draws together relevant cases which have interpreted the legislation
• Gives you an overview of the practical application of the law
• Sets out, in tabular form, the powers and functions of different types of authorities
• Contains key Department Circulars and memoranda
• Enables you to check that the correct procedures are being followed
• Reflects developments and changes in the law through new and replacement material

In 2012 there will be coverage of Localism Act 2011, and implementing delegated legislation. This will include major changes, including the introduction of a power of general competence and abolition of the previous standards regime. Bills relevant to local government before Parliament include the Local Government Finance Bill.

3 updating releases published per annum.