Tower Hamlets Mayor Lutfur Rahman Under Government Inspection for Wasteful Spending

The government has ordered an emergency inspection of Tower Hamlets council, led by Mayor Lutfur Rahman, over concerns of poor governance and financial mismanagement.

• Mayor Lutfur Rahman, previously banned for electoral fraud, faces scrutiny for 'wasteful spending' and governance issues.
• Government inspectors are examining the council's legal compliance in providing efficient and cost-effective services.
• Concerns include the appointment of a deputy mayor previously convicted of corrupt practices and the creation of a 'dual council'.
• The inspection, led by former Newham council chief executive Kim Bromley-Derry, is expected to report findings by May 31.
• Tower Hamlets council expresses confidence in their work and cooperation with the government inspection.

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