Greater London Authority

High school (ages 12+)
People & Society

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Step 1 · Read the article

Open the article and read it at the level above. Then answer the questions below in your own words.

https://smallwhale.org/articles/greater-london-authority

Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. Where is Greater London Authority?Greater London, England
2. How many people live in Greater London Authority?Approximately 8.8 million residents
3. How big is Greater London Authority?1,572 square kilometers (607 square miles)
4. What is the capital of Greater London Authority?London
5. What language do people speak in Greater London Authority?English is the primary language; over 300 languages are spoken
6. When was Greater London Authority built?July 3, 2000

Devolved Regional Body: An administrative entity granted specific powers by a national government for a particular region.
Strong Mayor System: A governance model where the mayor holds significant executive power, distinct from a council.
London Plan: A statutory spatial development strategy outlining policies for London's growth and land use.
Precepting Authority: A body empowered to levy taxes or charges on local residents to fund its operations.