Meanings of override local in English

The legion's commander would have the power to override local regulations in pursuing massive improvement projects.

The tendency in India is to override local authority, and to force administration to run in official grooves.

Those in the CNMI say it would override local laws and doesn't recognise the cultural links with the activity there.

A narrowly divided lower court struck them down in 2012, but Corbett appealed, saying lawmakers have clear authority to override local zoning.

Co-leader Marama Fox said its negotiations with National had led to more more iwi participation and the minister having less power to override local councils.