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Reform dismisses surge in council contract values

Reform UK has dismissed an analysis showing the value of contracts signed by councils it controls has almost doubled since May compared to last year.

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Reform UK has dismissed an analysis showing the value of contracts signed by councils it controls has almost doubled since May compared to last year.

Figures compiled by data analysts Tussell found the 10 councils won by Reform in this year's elections have signed contracts worth £5.5bn, compared with £2.8bn between May and November 2024.

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