The money given by the central government to local authorities is known as

The money given by the central government to local authorities is known as "block grants." These are funds that are provided by the central government to local authorities without any specific conditions attached. Block grants are given to support the ongoing delivery of local services, such as education, social care, and waste management. Local authorities have some discretion over how they allocate the funding they receive through block grants, as long as it is used for the intended purposes. The amount of funding provided through block grants can vary depending on a range of factors, including the size and needs of the local authority, and national government priorities.