central authority

Examples (10)

• The country's new constitution clearly defines the powers of the central authority.
• During the crisis, the central authority took control of all essential services.
• Historically, a strong central authority was necessary to unify the warring states.
• Local leaders often resist directives issued by the distant central authority.
• The collapse of the central authority created a power vacuum in the region.
• All tax revenue is collected and then redistributed by the central authority.
• A debate exists on whether more power should be devolved from the central authority to regional councils.
• The treaty will not be valid until it is ratified by the central authority of each member state.
• Without a functioning central authority, law and order quickly broke down.
• The main objective of the reform is to modernize the administrative functions of the central authority.