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PART II
Functions of Local Authorities
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Representational functions of local authorities.
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5.—(1) A local authority may represent the interests of the local community in such manner as it thinks appropriate.
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(2) Without prejudice to the generality of subsection (1), a local authority may for the purposes of giving effect to that subsection—
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(a) ascertain and communicate to other local authorities and public authorities the views of the local community in relation to matters as respects which those other authorities perform functions and which affect the interests of the functional area of the authority and the local community,
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(b) facilitate and promote interest and involvement in local government affairs,
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(c) promote, organise or assist the carrying out of research, surveys or studies with respect to the local community.
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(3) The making of a decision by a local authority in relation to the representation of the views of the local community under this section shall be a reserved function.
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(4) Nothing in this section shall be construed as imposing on a local authority, either directly or indirectly, any form of duty or liability enforceable by proceedings before any court to which it would not otherwise be subject.
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