Other Functions
The reorganisation of local government areas also led to changes in policing, fire services, public transport and tourism promotion. These had been organised in 1975 to correspond to one or more regions.
- The Police (Scotland) Act 1967 was amended to allow for the reconstitution of police areas and appointment of joint authorities.
- Similarly fire services and authorities were reconstituted.
- The Secretary of State for Scotland was to designate an area and constitution for the Strathclyde Passenger Transport Authority.
- Area Tourist Boards were to be established by the Secretary of State.
- Civic Licensing – the Civic Government (Scotland) Act 1982 introduced a codified framework of regulation of activities such as taxis, street traders, public entertainment and so on. After the introduction of the 1994 Act, the "licensing authority" became the new unitary council for each area.
Read more about this topic: Local Government Etc. (Scotland) Act 1994
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