NO PRIZES for guessing who would eventually pick up the bill if Birmingham City Council continues to let its spending soar out of control – us.
Today comes the alarming news that just four months into the financial year, the authority is heading towards a £10 million overspend.
City leader Coun Mike Whitby must explain clearly and frankly what he and his colleagues intend to do to rein in spending while at the same time protecting important services.
They are custodians of OUR money. Their duty is to spend it wisely.;