# Local Government Act 2000, Section 9O: General


(1) A local authority may not—
(a) cease to operate a form of governance, or
(b) vary executive arrangements,
other than in accordance with this Chapter.
(2) In making a change in governance arrangements, the local authority must comply with any directions given by the Secretary of State in connection with the making of such a change.

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Source: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2000/22/section/9O (the official version)
Page: https://openlegislation.uk/local-government-act-2000/section-9O
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