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Call for courage over failing council finances

‘Drastic action’ from the Government is required to shore-up councils’ finances amid multiple crises, a report published today has urged.

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By By Martin Ford | 21 November 2024
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‘Drastic action' from the Government is required to shore-up councils' finances amid multiple crises, a report published today has urged.

The Localis think-tank said ministers must ‘show political courage and expend political capital' to stop more councils declaring effective bankruptcy.

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