We cannot investigate Mr X’s complaint about the Council’s decision to refuse his planning application. We will not investigate his complaint about councillor conduct as there is insufficient evidence of fault to justify an investigation.
Source · LGO (Local Government & Social Care Ombudsman)
Newcastle-under-Lyme Borough Council
LGO (Local Government & Social Care Ombudsman)
Other
Reference 25-022-347
Sector Other Categories
Category Councillor Conduct And Standards
Decided 04 June 2026
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