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odt.co.nz • Politics • New Zealand
A secret inquiry at the Dunedin City Council, costing over \$300,000, investigated council practices following whistleblower complaints, revealing no financial irregularities but prompting process improvements.
dailymail.co.uk • Renovation • UK
A homeowner details the unexpectedly high costs associated with obtaining planning permission for a home renovation project in the UK, highlighting the significant fees involved in various stages of the process.
irishtimes.com • Finance • Ireland
Increased competition and transparency in the Irish investment market are leading to lower costs for investors, particularly in pensions, though tax reforms are still needed.