186.Section 104 amends section 155 of the Local Government and Housing Act 1989, under which central government grants may be paid to local authorities in whose area there occurs an emergency or disaster involving destruction of, or danger to, life or property. The GLA is added to the list of authorities eligible to apply for these grants. The GLA will be able to apply for assistance, either on its own behalf or on behalf of the LFEPA, the MPA or TfL, following an emergency or disaster in the GLA area.
Commentary on Sections Part Iii: Financial Provisions Chapter Iii: Emergency Financial Assistance, Funds and Miscellaneous Matters Section 104: Emergency Financial Assistance