Section 55
Local authorities to assist.
The Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1974
About this Act
An Act to provide for the prevention and control of water pollution and the maintaining or restoring of wholesomeness of water, for the establishment, with a view to carrying out the purposes aforesaid, of Boards for the prevention and control of water pollution, for conferring on and assigning to such Boards powers and functions relating thereto and for matters connected therewith.
All local authorities shall render such help and assistance and
furnish such information to the Board as it may require for the discharge of its functions, and shall make
available to the Board for inspection and examination such records, maps, plans and other documents as
may be necessary for the discharge of its functions.