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Simple terms explainer
Councils should provide goods and services to other authorities to share expertise, resources, and capacity in a cost-effective way. This can include offering specialist services, equipment, or professional support to neighboring councils or public bodies. By doing this, councils help improve efficiency, foster collaboration, and ensure that public services deliver better value for communities.
Legal status
Discretionary
Duty category
Business and legal
Corporate services
Duty type
Organisational
Social determinant of health
Economic stability
Emerging policy and legislation
0
National bodies with shared interest
Standards and Frameworks
1