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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Jonathan Bunn

What is happening to local government finances and why are councils struggling?

Birmingham City Council has become the latest local authorities to declare effective bankruptcy.

Communities Secretary Michael Gove confirmed on Tuesday that he will appoint commissioners to oversee the day-to-day running of the West Midlands city after an anticipated gap of £87 million between income and expenditure was identified for the 2024/25 financial year, sparking the issuing of a section 114 notice.

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