The Local Government Act, 1976 (Act 171) outlines the form, organisational structure, functions, powers and responsibilities of the Local Authorities.
Volume 2 of this much- awaited 4-part series publication explains the powers, duties and liabilities of Local Authorities under the provisions of the Local Government Act 1976 (Act 171), the Federal Capital Act 1960 (Act 190) (in relation to Dewan Bandaraya Kuala Lumpur) and the Perbadanan Putrajaya 1995 (Act 536) (in relation to Perbadanan Putrajaya).
The book presents the complete discourse of the corporate entity and management of Local Authorities; acquisition and disposal of Local Authority assets; revenue of Local Authorities including the assessment and imposition of annual rates; powers and duties of Local Authorities generally including issues such as provision and maintenance of public places and amenities, roads, drains, trees etc; powers of Local Authorities to prosecute for offences and commence action for recovery of monies, amongst others.
This pertinent publication serves as an indispensable resource for the Local Authorities, legal offices of various government departments and proposes to be a valuable reference for legal practitioners on local government laws.
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