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Guidance for Appointment of an Independent Referee in Local Connection Disputes

The Local Government Association (LGA) provides limited support to local authorities in relation to disputes arising under section 198 of the Housing Act 1996 on local connection. The LGA role is limited to providing local authorities with the information about the process for appointing an independent referee and maintaining a panel of referees involved.