Newham Council failed to collect £31m council tax
Newham Council admits taking 'eye off the ball' on tax collection, leaving £31m uncollected since 2018 as it considers 9% tax hike and service cuts.
Newham Council admits taking 'eye off the ball' on tax collection, leaving £31m uncollected since 2018 as it considers 9% tax hike and service cuts.
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