LOCAL GOVERNMENT AND THE HEALTH OF CITIES.

The article discusses the historical development of the local government and management in England. It highlights on how local government authorities responds to local health, housing, and development problems, local laws and legislation for the community and how it partnered with the national government projects. It outlines principles in local governance, which include the legitimate power of local government to legislate, undertaking surveys about the conditions of the society, and delegation of parliamentary powers to the local Minister. The article also examines the functions of Minister of the city, especially on the possibility of abuse of powers to the benefit of personal interest.