LBC/IRN · London Broadcasting Company

Title

Westminster homes-for-votes inquiry criticised

Genre

News report; Interview; Press conference

TX Date

22 Feb 1995

Year of production

1995

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Duration

00:04:05

Description

The costs and length of the Westminster homes-for-votes inquiry has been heavily criticised by the council’s ruling Conservatives. Westminster council Tories say the inquiry leaves councillors carrying out their elected duties while facing the risk of professional and financial ruin. Jeff Collins reports. Press conference and interviews with Miles Young, leader of Westminster City Council and Peter Brooke local MP.

Contributors

Jeff Collins; Peter Brooke; Miles Young

Keywords

London; Local authorities; Conservative Party; Councils; Political corruption; Westminster City Council; Public inquiries; Home ownership; Audits

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