You are looking at a part of the Local Government Act 1974. This part is called 'General powers' and it was in section 247B. It was repealed, which means it is no longer part of the law, on 1 July 2003, by section 266 of the Local Government Act 2002. You can find more information about this change in the Local Government Act 2002. This Act is a law that was passed in 2002.

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247A: Commencement, or

"When new rules start"

247C: General power to be involved in business and other ventures, or

"Local councils can start or get involved in businesses and other activities to help their community."

Part 16AWorks and contracts

247BGeneral powers (Repealed)

Notes

Section 247B: repealed, on 1 July 2003, by section 266 of the Local Government Act 2002 (2002 No 84).