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Section 114 notice warning for Halton
FINANCE

Section 114 notice warning for Halton

By Dan Peters | 12 September 2025

Halton BC may be forced to issue a section 114 notice if the council fails to bring its spending under control, senior councillors have been warned.

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FINANCE

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FINANCE

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FINANCE

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FINANCE

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FINANCE

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IMPROVEMENT

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