The Reformed Local Government System

Originally published in 1973 and revised as a third edition in 1978, this book provides a concise introductory account of the system of local administration since the Local Government Act of 1972 produced the most-far-reaching change in England and Wales since 1888.

1. Introduction Through History 2. Preparations for the New System 3. The Basis of the System 4. Central Control of Local Government 5. Finance 6. Personnel and Procedure 7. The Quest for Efficiency 8. Local Government and Society.