Calls for Forensic Probe into Financial Crisis at Gloucester City Council
Thursday, February 12, 2026
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Gloucester City Council’s opposition parties have united in calling for a forensic investigation into the council’s ongoing financial crisis. Leaders from the Conservative, Labour, and Independent groups have jointly issued an open letter urging the appointment of independent forensic accountants to rigorously examine the circumstances that led to the council securing a £15.5 million emergency loan from the Government.
This plea for “full transparency” follows the rejection of similar calls during the previous council meeting.