Further government intervention “will not solve the issues facing Liverpool Council ” according to the city’s Mayor.
Joanne Anderson has expressed her “deep concerns” at recommendations made in the second commissioners’ report into the local authority, which was published today. It was confirmed that the government is to take over all financial, governance and recruitment powers from the troubled council as a result of the findings of the Whitehall appointed officials.
Greg Clark MP, Secretary of State for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities has also announced the formation of a strategic advisory panel that he hopes will develop a long-term plan to guide Liverpool Council out of the current government intervention and help shape the future of the city.
