In the busy world of local government, the pressure to deliver, maintain public trust and navigate political scrutiny is ever-present. Yet, history repeatedly shows that when things go wrong, it is not always the original failing that causes the greatest damage, it is the attempt to cover up.
For in-house local government solicitors and section 151 officers, the lessons from public inquiries and regulatory investigations can be stark: transparency, integrity and robust governance are not optional – they are essential.
