Counties of Wales
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The counties of Wales may refer to:
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- Principal areas of Wales — see Local government in Wales
- Preserved counties of WalesPreserved counties of WalesThe preserved counties of Wales are the current areas used in Wales for the ceremonial purposes of Lieutenancy and Shrievalty. They are based on the counties created by the Local Government Act 1972 and used for local government and other purposes between 1974 and 1996.-Usage:The Local Government ...
- Historic counties of Wales
- Former administrative counties of Wales — see History of local government in WalesHistory of local government in WalesThe history of local government Wales in a recognisably modern form emerged during the late 19th century.-Local Government Act 1888:From 1889 to 1974, counties made up of administrative counties and county boroughs were used for local government purposes. The counties were created by the Local...
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