County of London refers to the former administrative area that existed between 1889 and 1965 under the governance of the London County Council (LCC). It encompassed the central area of Greater London and was the principal local government jurisdiction in the capital during that era.
The County of London was established to address the growing urbanization and population expansion of the metropolitan region. It consisted of the City of London, known as the historic core, and the surrounding built-up areas, including parts of the present-day Inner London boroughs. The county was distinct from the ceremonial County of Middlesex, which covered a wider geographic area.
The administration of the County of London was led by the London County Council, comprising elected representatives from various districts within its boundaries. The council was responsible for a range of public services, including housing, transportation, health services, and education, aimed at improving the quality of life for residents in the rapidly urbanizing area.
In 1965, the administrative structure of London underwent a significant overhaul, leading to the creation of the Greater London Council (GLC). Consequently, the County of London was abolished, and its powers were transferred to the GLC, which had jurisdiction over the newly formed Greater London area.
Today, the County of London no longer exists as a separate administrative entity but remains a historically significant term used to refer to the governance and development of the core area of the capital city during the late 19th and mid-20th centuries.
