Publisher's Synopsis
A Treatise On The Law Relating To Municipal Corporations In England And Wales is a comprehensive guide to the legal framework governing local government in England and Wales. Written by Thomas James Arnold, a prominent legal scholar and practitioner of the 19th century, this book provides a detailed analysis of the laws that govern municipal corporations, including their formation, powers, and duties.The book begins with an overview of the historical development of municipal corporations in England and Wales, tracing their origins back to the Middle Ages. It then goes on to examine the legal framework that governs these corporations, including the Municipal Corporations Act of 1835 and subsequent legislation.The book covers a wide range of topics related to municipal corporations, including the appointment and duties of officers, the powers of councils, the management of finances, and the regulation of public health and safety. It also discusses the legal procedures that govern the conduct of municipal business, including the conduct of meetings and the making of bylaws.Throughout the book, Arnold provides detailed analysis of the legal principles that underpin the governance of municipal corporations, drawing on case law and legal precedent to illustrate key points. This makes the book an invaluable resource for legal practitioners, scholars, and anyone with an interest in the history and development of local government in England and Wales.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.