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The role of local government and the decisions it makes on behalf of the community (ACHASSK091)

Elaborations
  • examining how local government is chosen and by whom
  • exploring what local government does, including the services it provides (for example, environment and waste, libraries, health, parks, cultural events, pools and sport, arts and pet management)
  • describing how local government services impact on the lives of students
General capabilities
  • Personal and social capability Personal and social capability
  • Ethical understanding Ethical understanding
ScOT terms

Waste management,  Recreational facilities,  Social services,  Local government,  Parks and reserves

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