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Local government
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Local government structure
Different types of local councils: unitary authorities, county, district, borough, city, town and parish councils
Local government powers and finance
The powers and duties of local councils, and how they are funded
Local councillors
How elected councillors represent their community and make decisions
Mayors
The different roles of ceremonial mayors and elected mayors
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Connect to your council and find out which online services they provide
