Now we're in a position that statutory responsibilities - education, social care, refuse collection - those come first.

At present, however, the exact nature of the statutory responsibility is vague and outdated.

Since then, the Government has had a statutory responsibility to increase benefits only in line with prices.

Should not the Government enforce the statutory responsibilities of local authorities?

The government places a statutory responsibility on local authorities to provide certain services and is not indifferent to the general level of service in localities.

Local authorities take their statutory responsibilities seriously, so that in 1990-91, 82 per cent.

"Because of the lack of funds, we are not able to fulfill our statutory responsibility."

They also have statutory responsibility for local regulation and licensing within their jurisdiction.

The groups have a statutory responsibility to participate in the debates.

Key partners in the arts investment game, who should have a statutory responsibility for cultural provision.