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Torch relay bill update – 128 authorities, £5.5m

128 public authorities spent a combined £5.5m on staging the Olympic torch relay, according to the latest figures being compiled by Help Me Investigate users. The figure – based on Freedom of Information requests to local councils and police bodies … Continue reading

London’s domestic violence victims face longest wait for re-housing in 5 years

Victims of domestic violence in London are facing the longest wait for re-housing in five years, with the average household forced to remain in temporary accommodation for just over two years, writes Jess Denham. The number of women seeking re-housing … Continue reading

Raided reserves, extra staff, and lots of bunting: how did your council foot the £13m torch relay bill?

By Carol Miers, Juliet Ferguson and Paul Bradshaw Funds intended for maritime festivals, economic development, council reserves and food markets were among pots which were raided to pay for torch relay bills, according to an investigation by Help Me Investigate … Continue reading