TOWER HAMLETS
An attempt by a councillor to extract a bribe from a lap-dancing club owner for a licence could cost the council hundreds of thousands in costs and damages.
ISLINGTON
The council is facing questions over "inconsistent" decisions about historical abuse in its children's homes.
GUILDFORD & WAVERLEY
The regional organised crime squad has been called in to investigate allegations of fraud at the councils' combined housing repairs service.
COUNCIL FUNDING
As increasing numbers of local authorities declare they are effectively bankrupt or on the brink, the question of how they should be funded is in the spotlight.
NORTHAMPTONSHIRE
Both North and West Northamptonshire councils – formed after Northants county council went bust – are getting "exceptional financial support".
INVERCLYDE
The biggest landlord in a crumbling housing estate where the council has been trying to wrest control has made an odd joke at the council leader's expense.
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