Concept

Arms length bodies

Properties

Alt label
  • ALEOs
  • Arms length external organisations
  • Arms-length bodies
SES ID
  • 427269
  • 427271
  • 440215
  • 440217
Notation
  • 427269
In scheme
Broader
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Definition
  • Central government and councils use ALEOs to deliver a wide range of activities such as leisure services, economic development and property maintenance. The authority retains some control over funding and best value.
History note
  • Added after PQ meeting on 9 June 2016. UFs added after campaign in September 2017. Lead term Arms length external organisations exchanged with UF Arms length bodies in November 2017.