Local Authority Vehicles since 1970 HC25 economist and broadcaster Dharshini David

economist and broadcaster Dharshini David follows the course of an average day – from the moment we flick on the light in the morning – to reveal the green changes that are already taking place in every aspect of our world

As snow falls outside Abbotsford vicarage on Christmas Eve

Wander through forests of trees

if an immigrant can't publicly profess their appreciation for this country

Local Authority Vehicles since 1970 HC25 economist and broadcaster Dharshini DavidLocal government has undergone significant changes since the early 1970s. Firstly, in 1974, the county boroughs, urban districts and rural districts were replaced by district or borough councils operating under county councils. At this time local authorities were responsible for the operation of a large number of services within their boundaries including road construction, maintenance and cleansing; refuse collection and disposal; parks and playing