The Local Government Act 1972 of England and Wales comes into effect.
Act of the Parliament of the United Kingdom
🗓️ April 1, 1974 • 📅 ACF Date: 19740401
The Local Government Act 1972 is an act of the Parliament of the United Kingdom that reformed local government in England and Wales on 1 April 1974. It was one of the most significant acts of Parliament to be passed by the Heath Government of 1970–74.















