Compulsory Purchase Order Local authorities may acquire land or property for development through a compulsory purchase process.
Councillor Attendance Register Local authorities publish a public register of councillor attendance at council meetings, committee meetings, training and conferences.
Councillor Donation Statements Local authorities publish annual statements to provide details of political donations councillors received during the previous year.
Environmental Awareness Initiatives Local authorities may run environmental awareness initiatives as part of their environmental protection activities.
Internal Audit Charter Publication Local authorities may publish charters to outline their approach to internal audit, controls and risk management.
Local Improvement Scheme Local authorities may provide support to groups of local residents and landowners for the restoration of non public local roads serving their properties. Residents and landowners must pay a community contribution to the restoration works.
Long-term Leasing Local authorities may lease properties in good condition from property owners for long term social housing.
National Codes of Conduct for Local Authority Employees and Councillors Publication Local authorities publish national codes of conduct for local authority employees and councillors to protect public confidence in local government.
Part V Acquisition Local authorities may buy new houses from property developers for social and affordable housing under Part V of the planning laws.
Property Requests Local authorities may work with individuals and groups with interests in Council-owned properties.