Transparency - Lyme Regis Council admits 14-year overcharging for outdoor seating

Transparency

Lyme Regis Council admits 14-year overcharging for outdoor seating

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5 questions

What specific legal or regulatory oversight allowed the overcharging to continue for 14 years without correction?

How much total money is owed to all 11 affected eateries, and what is the breakdown per business?

What steps is Dorset Council taking to ensure similar errors do not occur in other towns or with other councils?

Why is Larry Gibbons' refund claim considered more complicated than others, and what specific hurdles is he facing?

What consequences, if any, will Lyme Regis Town Council face for the overcharging, such as penalties or accountability measures?

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