Unitary authority
A unitary authority is a type of local authority, which has a single-tier and is responsible for all local government functions within its area. This is opposed to a two-tier system where local government functions are divided between different authorities.
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Typically unitary authorities cover large towns or cities, which are large enough to be independent of county or regional administration. Or sometimes they consist of counties which have no lower level of administration.
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Town - Cities - County
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Latest news on unitary authority
Council new name claims rubbished
Northumberland residents are told a name change for the new unitary authority will cost about £27,000.
Go-ahead for unitary master plan
A masterplan for the new unitary authority for County Durham is formally approved by councillors.
Name of 'super council' finalised
The name of the new unitary authority for County Durham is chosen from a shortlist of five.
Council name change put to public
Local people and organisations are consulted over the name of the new Durham unitary authority.
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