Tamworth council conducts investigation into Ray Walsh House relocation after asbestos discovery

COUNCIL is keeping tight-lipped about an investigation into whether or not the relocation of staff from the asbestos-riddled Ray Walsh House was done by the book.

Tamworth Regional Council’s mayor and staff have avoided questions after a report evaluating the organisation’s transparency, accountability and impartiality about the relocation of 280 council staff found room for improvement.

The probity report – which has been kept confidential – was a recommendation by staff to ensure the processes and decisions made during the move were appropriate.

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Source: The Northern Daily Leaderhttps://www.northerndailyleader.com.au/story/8209128/mayor-and-staff-avoid-questions-after-investigation-into-asbestos-relocation/

By Tess Kelly – May 25 2023