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    Interestingly tonight my previous comments in recent meetings was the taxpayers cost of using as a retainer only, for specialist only advice.

    Gordon Cowan the chair of finance was clear that(in his words) 95% of the press releases could have been done in house.

    The practice of sending info to a private specialist company to then send out is crazy and a waste of taxpayers dosh.

    It was correct to obtain 3 quotes for a firm to act on a retainer

    In Gordons report he was clear;

    This will
    Keep costs low
    external advisors can be called only when needed rather than sitting in our offices waiting for work to arise.

    Also important to review the provision of specialist support services at regular intervals to ensure the supply /requirements match the councils needs and that good value is being obtained

    Once received to use as and when required in consultation with the mayor and chair of finance

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