Havering has resorted to a third court order compelling it to disclose documents relating to an internal investigation into allegations of institutional racism and sexism, arguing that releasing this information serves the public interest. However, the council continues to resist transparency, claiming the findings are outdated and represents a worrying trend where councils suppress important information, potentially undermining public trust in local government.
Despite numerous attempts and a long timeline of appeals, three tribunal judges underscored the significant public interest in making the investigation report available to the taxpayers who financed it. Had it not been for the persistent legal challenges placed by the council, critical insights into their internal workings would remain hidden from the citizens who have a right to know the workings of their elect officials.
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