‘Serious concerns’ from Government over Tory-run London council’s finances

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The Government has issued a formal notice regarding its concerns about the governance and financial sustainability of the Conservative-run Hillingdon Council.

This comes after the Government ordered a review of the council’s finances and governance as a condition for financial support awarded to the borough, helping it avoid bankruptcy. The full review is yet to be published, however its findings have led the Government to issue a Best Value Notice.

The notice, described as “damning” by Labour, highlights several concerns relating to the organisational culture of the council, its financial management, and its governance weaknesses. Despite this, the Government says…

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