Sentences with phrase «primary legislative body»

In this form of municipal government, the city council serves as the city's primary legislative body while the mayor serves as the city's chief executive.

Not exact matches

«in all action concerning children, whether undertaken by public or private social welfare institution courts of law, administrative authorities or legislative bodies, the best interests of the child shall be a primary consideration».

The main legislative body in England is Parliament and primary responsibility for fostering in England is held by the Department for Education.