Administrative Divisions in Scotland after 1974


Following the Local Government (Scotland) Act, 1974 a two-tier system of local authorities was enacted, which operated until 1995. There were 9 Regional Authorities (broken down into 53 District Councils) and 3 unitary Island Councils.

In both cases, these local government institutions were run by a body of councillors, who are elected every four years.

Scottish Regional and District Councils (1974 - 1995)

Each Regional Council is listed with its total area (in sq. km) and each of its component District Councils.

Island Authorities