Politics of The United Kingdom - Local Government

Local Government

Main articles: Local government in England, Local government in Scotland, Local government in Wales, and Local government in Northern Ireland

The UK is divided into a variety of different types of Local Authorities, with different functions and responsibilities.

England has a mix of two-tier and single-tier councils in different parts of the country. In Greater London, a unique two-tier system exists, with power shared between the London borough councils, and the Greater London Authority which is headed by an elected mayor.

Unitary Authorities are used throughout Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland.

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