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local authority

British  

noun

  1. US equivalent: local government. the governing body of a county, district, etc

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

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Her local authority at the time, Newham Council in east London, told her such help was not available, she says.

From BBC ● Oct. 6, 2026

The local authority says this means it will not consider firing and rehiring more than 23,000 staff.

From BBC ● Oct. 5, 2026

The local authority said initial figures showed a mixed reaction to the proposals, with more support from residents but higher levels of opposition from visitors and businesses.

From BBC ● Sep. 27, 2026

It was calculated after a job evaluation that looked at each role within the local authority.

From BBC ● Sep. 25, 2026

It should be carefully considered in all its aspects by both Nation and State, and should finally rest within lines determined by proper legislation, as far as may be under the control of local authority.

From Proceedings of the Second National Conservation Congress at Saint Paul, September 5-8, 1910 by United States. National Conservation Congress

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