The sources, structure and scope of local legislation -- The context and content of local bill promotion -- Passing the bill : formalities and financing -- Public law and private initiative : the wider context of local legislation -- The texts and technicalities of local legislation -- The powers and purposes of local legislation -- Conclusion -- Appendices: Local bills promoted 1858-1872 -- Provisional orders 1868-1872 -- Alphabetical list of places promoting local bills 1858-1872.
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