Liverpool City Council has welcomed the report of the Public Inquiry conducted by Commissioner Ross Glover, expressing its appreciation for the detailed examination of the Council’s governance and operations.
Liverpool Mayor Ned Mannoun said the most significant finding in the Commissioner’s 518-page report was his conclusion that the evidence does not satisfy me that there have been widespread or systematic failures by the Governing Body or the Council in the performance of their statutory functions.
“This is an important finding, particularly given the criticism and controversy surrounding the establishment of the Inquiry in July 2024. We welcome this news today, and will have more to say about this tomorrow,” Mayor Mannoun said.
“The Commissioner has undertaken a thorough examination of Council and provided a constructive framework for strengthening our governance and administration. We are grateful for his work and for his recognition of improvements already made during the course of the Inquiry.
“Where the report identifies areas requiring improvement, Council is committed to addressing them. Our focus is on ensuring the organisation continues to improve the way it serves the people of Liverpool.”
These changes include improvements to recruitment, procurement, project cost estimation, record keeping, workplace policies and financial reporting.
Mayor Mannoun said Council would now carefully consider the recommendations and continue embedding sound administrative and governance practices across the organisation.
“The report provides an opportunity to consolidate the work already undertaken, address any remaining gaps and maintain public confidence.
“Our responsibility is to deliver quality services, facilities and infrastructure for our community. Strong governance and sound administration are essential to achieving that.
“”There have been two years of accusations against the council, followed by 52 days of hearings, and the Commissioner has been crystal clear in his findings.
“Liverpool Council is committed to continuous improvement and is constantly working on ways to do things better for the community,” Mayor Mannoun said.
