Local Government Act 2002

Powers of Minister to act in relation to local authorities - General provisions applying to Ministerial powers conferred under subparts 1 and 1A

258P: Minister must have regard to published list

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"The Minister must consider a special list when making decisions about local authorities."

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When the Minister decides what to do with a local authority, they must think about the list published under section 258O. This list is important when the Minister is considering action under subpart 1 or 1A of this Part. The Minister has to consider this list when making decisions.

The Minister can still take action and appoint a Ministerial body even if the problem is not on the list. This is to make it clear that the Minister has the power to act in certain situations.

The Minister's actions are guided by the rules set out in the legislation, and they must follow these rules when making decisions about local authorities.

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258O: Minister must publish list in Gazette, or

"The Minister must share a list of important things they consider when making decisions about local councils."

258Q: Notice of proposed appointment of Ministerial body, or

"The Minister must inform you in writing before appointing a new Ministerial body and give you time to respond."

Part 10Powers of Minister to act in relation to local authorities
General provisions applying to Ministerial powers conferred under subparts 1 and 1A

258PMinister must have regard to published list

The Minister, when determining what action, if any, to take under subpart 1 or 1A of this Part, must have regard to the list published under section 258O.
To avoid doubt, the Minister may act under this Part and appoint a Ministerial body even if the relevant problem does not relate to a matter featured in the list.

Notes

Section 258P: inserted, on 5 December 2012, by section 31 of the Local Government Act 2002 Amendment Act 2012 (2012 No 93).
Section 258P(1): amended, on 27 August 2025, by section 49(1) of the Local Government (Water Services) (Repeals and Amendments) Act 2025 (2025 No 43).
Section 258P(2): replaced, on 27 August 2025, by section 49(2) of the Local Government (Water Services) (Repeals and Amendments) Act 2025 (2025 No 43).