Arnold-Baker on Local Council Administration Fourteenth edition

Why should you buy Arnold-Baker on Local Council Administration Fourteenth edition

Arnold-Baker on Local Council Administration has long been established as the guide to this specialist field of local government law. Among local councilors it is often referred to as 'the bible'. It is a complete statement of the law relating to parish and community councils through an extensive, though succinct, narrative accompanied by relevant statutory materials. It covers everything from parish and manorial history to the laws, both old and new, now governing local councils. All aspects are explored in a user-friendly style. It also includes appendices of relevant statutes and statutory instruments.

The 14th edition of this popular book has been comprehensively updated to cover the many changes to law and practice with direct application to local councils since the previous edition in 2022. This is a key text for parish and community councils, local authorities and solicitors practicing in local government and public/administrative law. The author, Roger Taylor, is a leading authority in this complex area of law, with over 40 years' experience. He is currently Consultant to the Town, Parish and Community Council team at Wellers Solicitors.

What's New

Fully updated to include the most recent and important developments in local government, including:
• Updated to take account of proposed local government reorganisation
• Clarification of council procedures
• Devolution with revised sections on Wales
• Updated section on Procurement
• New section on the Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Act 2025.