Oversight

Procurement

Council Launches Counter-Fraud Investigation into Contracts Awarded to Firms with Alleged Undeclared Links to Officers and Councillor

Cotswold District Council has initiated a counter-fraud investigation following whistleblower concerns raised in October 2024. The probe focuses on contracts awarded to several firms that allegedly have undisclosed …

By Roseann Finley · Tuesday 7 October 2025 · 1 min read

Fraud

Concerns Raised Over Safeguards Following Jailing of Man Holding Four Council Jobs Simultaneously

Bryn Howells has been jailed after it was uncovered that he held four council jobs simultaneously, earning at least £236,000 during this period. This case has sparked significant questions regarding the effectiveness of …

By Roseann Finley · Monday 6 October 2025 · 1 min read

Gloucestershire

Concerns Arise Over 34 Gloucestershire Care Providers Requiring Improvement

There is growing concern about the numerous care providers in Gloucestershire that require improvement. Out of 209 adult care providers in the county, only a few offer a good or outstanding service. However, 34 organizations …

By Lori Iliff · Sunday 26 November 2023 · 1 min read