Local Government and Social Care Ombudsman (LGSCO) Public Interest Report

July 24, 2023 Governance, Audit, Risk Management and Standards Committee (GARMS) (Committee) Approved View on council website

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Summary

...to address findings of maladministration and injustice identified in a Local Government and Social Care Ombudsman (LGSCO) Public Interest Report regarding a council tax case, the committee approved recommendations including an apology and compensation payment to the complainant, changes to communication methods, a review of council tax bill content, and staff training on complaint handling.

Supporting Documents

Appendix B - Barnet Councils response to LGSCO Recommendations.pdf
LGSCO Complaint.pdf
Appendix A Final Decision from the Local Government and Social Care Ombudsman.pdf

Details

OutcomeRecommendations Approved
Decision date24 Jul 2023