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This introductory guide provides information and advice for all personnel affected by the best value principles set out in The Local Government Act 1999. It presents the legal implications for all areas of local government and addresses what needs to be done to comply with the regime, providing ""healthcheck"" and ""performance indicator"" evaluation material. The book also contains the full text of The Local Government Act 1999.