Local Government Act 1999 (1999 c 27)

The 1999 Act aimed to improve the delivery of local government services in England and Wales by imposing a duty of Best Value on local authorities. It required them to make arrangements to secure continuous improvement in the way their functions are exercised, having regard to a combination of economy, efficiency, and effectiveness. The Act introduced measures such as performance indicators, standards, inspections, and audits by the Audit Commission. It replaced the Compulsory Competitive Tendering regime, marking a shift towards more flexible and integrated service delivery.

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Local Government Act 1999 (1999 c 27)

The 1999 Act aimed to improve the delivery of local government services in England and Wales by imposing a duty of Best Value on local authorities. It required them to make arrangements to secure continuous improvement in the way their functions are exercised, having regard to a combination of economy, efficiency, and effectiveness. The Act introduced measures such as performance indicators, standards, inspections, and audits by the Audit Commission. It replaced the Compulsory Competitive Tendering regime, marking a shift towards more flexible and integrated service delivery.

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Local Government Act 1999 (1999 c 27)

Part I Best Value (ss 1-29)

Part II Regulation of Council Tax and Precepts (ss 30-31)

Part III General (ss 32-36)

SCHEDULE 1 Limitation of Council Tax and Precepts

SCHEDULE 2 Repeals

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