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Why Brighton & Hove Is a Unitary Authority
Explain which local-government responsibilities sit with the city council and how that differs from two-tier areas.
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History, neighbourhoods, civic explainers and environmental stories — independently researched and organised for unhurried reading.
Civic Life · 3 min read
Explain which local-government responsibilities sit with the city council and how that differs from two-tier areas.
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Distinguish the city’s ceremonial, political and administrative leadership roles without confusing their powers.
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Explain thresholds, referrals, early help and multi-agency safeguarding while protecting children’s privacy.
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Explain how councillors examine decisions, performance and policy proposals on the public’s behalf.
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Provide a practical guide to the formal ways residents can contribute to public council meetings.
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Explain validation, consultation, officer recommendations, committee decisions and appeals in plain English.
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Compare when residents should request information, use published datasets or pursue the complaints process.
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Present reserves as protected ecological networks and public assets rather than a commercial visitor guide.
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Explain the parish’s additional democratic tier, responsibilities and relationship with the city council.
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