The Municipal Corporations Act 1835

The Municipal Corporations Act 1835 was a law passed in the United Kingdom to reform local government in cities and towns. It aimed to create more efficient, transparent, and accountable local councils by standardizing how they were formed, elected, and operated. The Act replaced many outdated or corrupt systems, establishing elected councils with defined powers to manage local services like sanitation, roads, and public order. It marked a significant step toward modern municipal governance, promoting local democracy and better management of urban areas.