What is another word for local authority?
Pronunciation: [lˈə͡ʊkə͡l ɐθˈɒɹɪtˌi] (IPA) 
The term "local authority" may refer to a public body or a governmental entity of a region or district. There are quite a few synonyms that can be used for the term "local authority" depending on the context and the geographic location. In the UK, local authority is also commonly referred to as "council," "local council," "municipal council," or "borough council." In the US, local authorities are known as "municipalities," "counties," and "cities." Other synonyms for local authority may include "local government," "municipal government," "public administration," "local administration," "regional authorities," "metropolitan authorities," or simply, "local." Regardless of the terminology, these entities are responsible for providing services such as waste management, housing, education, health care, and public transportation to the local communities they serve.
