Dorset Council probe uncovers ‘potential illegal activity’ and governance failures

An investigation following the dismissal of 11 officers at Dorset Council has uncovered governance failures, evidence of “potential illegal activity” and breaches of the authority’s code of conduct that left £9m unmonitored.

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In September 2024, Dorset Council terminated the contracts of 11 interim officers in its Place, Assets and Regeneration team due to concerns over non-compliance

Dorset Council probe uncovers ‘potential illegal activity’ and governance failures

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