Why are London councils being pushed into bankruptcy?

Evening Standard
Evening Standard
  • 4 months ago
Havering Council is on the brink of bankruptcy and says it will dim its streetlights, review bin collections and stop funding Christmas decorations in a desperate bid to save cash.Authorities across the country have been coming under strain for several years - but now, many are reaching breaking point. Why?

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