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Eternal Vigilance is price of democracy
The Secretary of State for Communities & Local Government has proposed additional intervention powers for the commissioners to order Tower Hamlets to take any actions needed to safeguard good governance throughout the council until a new mayor and top officer team are in place and fully bedded in.
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CLG:  Further intervention in London borough of Tower Hamlets

Media statement on removal of Tower Hamlets First from the Electoral Commission’s register of political parties

Has it happened elsewhere in the UK and can it happen again?
How Lambeth Council undertakes effective know your citizen (KYC) / ID checks to prevent fraud