Local Government Law in Scotland: An Introduction

Coverage of this important text includes the structure and functions of local government as well as the legal relationship between local Scottish government and Scotland's Parliament. The second edition of this popular text takes account of the new electoral system for local government which was used for the first time in the council elections of 2007 and the impact which that has had on the governance of Scotland. It also takes account of the new Scottish Administration formed following the third ordinary election to the Scottish Parliament which took place at the same time. In addition, it brings the reader up-to-date on various other changes which have occurred since 2003. This clear explanation of a complex area of law is an invaluable source of reference for local government employees and solicitors in private practice who require a basic understanding of how local government works.