An assessor appointed under section 27(2) of the Local Government etc. (Scotland) Act 1994 (c.39).

A council constituted by section 2 of that Act.

A joint board, within the meaning of section 235(1) of the Local Government (Scotland) Act 1973 (c.65).

A licensing board constituted in accordance with the provisions of section 1 of the Licensing (Scotland) Act 1976 (c.66).

The Strathclyde Passenger Transport Authority.