LLG publishes guidance on EU Exit Statutory Instruments with local government impact

Lawyers in Local Government (LLG) has published guidance, EU Exit Statutory Instruments with Local Government Impacts, that is designed to set out the broad range of governance documents which underpin local authorities, and which may be affected by secondary legislation brought in by the government.

LLG said the guidance, which can be viewed here, sets out in detail the main changes brought about by numerous statutory instruments which broadly correct "retained EU law" to ensure that the legislation will work properly once the UK has left the EU.

In the introduction to the guidance, LLG says there is “a need for all local authorities to work through the governance documentation of their own council to ensure that it remains up to date and relevant after our withdrawal from the EU”.

It adds: “It is important to note that the picture with the EU is constantly changing and this document therefore reflects the position on publication but may be subject to change.”