Local Government
- The North and South districts each had their own Council. These councils were maintained by a Chairman, and was further supported by Aldermen and Councillors.
- The City of Bridgetown as outlined in the Local Government Act, (1958); was governed by a Mayor, a Deputy Mayor, six City Aldermen(senior councillors), and twelve City Councillors (four Councillors went to each of the three wards.)
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