A second review of Middlesbrough Council reveals a clash of cultures between staff and councillors.
There is a clash of cultures between staff and members of Middlesbrough Council, a review has found
During interviews with Cipfa auditors, council officers reported feeling mistreated by politicians, according to theThe report said: "There have been several personal attacks made by members against other members and some officers, both in the chamber and on social media. Cipfa said morale among workers had been hit heavily with increased rates of staff turnover at a senior level.
The review also said there was a misunderstanding between staff and councillors over roles and responsibilities and discussions had become "confrontational".
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