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Lack of Government support leaves county councils facing bankruptcy

New report says 16 rural authorities could be insolvent in next two years

Jane Thynne
Head of News and Business
clock • 2 min read
Rural authorities could be facing bankruptcy in as little as two years with enhanced support
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Rural authorities could be facing bankruptcy in as little as two years with enhanced support

Sixteen county and rural authorities are facing bankruptcy owing to a lack of Government funding, according to a new report. The study published by the County Councils Network (CCN) found rural administrations...

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