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A study of local government would not be complete without at least a cursory glance at the early beginnings of this vital system — the provision, operation and maintenance of essential public services at local level.
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Seeley, I.H. (1978). Historical Development of Local Government. In: Local Government Explained. Palgrave, London. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-349-15961-1_1
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