Original: The creation of the LCC in 1889 , as part of the Local Government Act 1888 , was forced by a succession of scandals involving the MBW , and was also prompted by a general desire to create a competent government for the city , capable of strategising and delivering services effectively .
Simplified: The creation of the LCC in 1889 , as part of the Local Government Act 1888 , was forced by a succession of scandals involving the Metropolitan Board of Works ( MBW ) , its predecessor , which had not been directly elected .