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Council Deletes Controversial Video, Sparking Privacy Debate

2/4/2026

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The council confirmed the deletion of a video from a treasury management meeting to protect privacy.
It was the only video deleted from online training sessions since new councillors joined in May.
Independent councillor McCord noted that a member had left their camera on during the meeting.
Lib Dem leader Jonathan Harris criticized the deletion, calling it a loss of evidence and urging a stronger code of conduct.
Labour group leader Sally Keeble agreed with the deletion for privacy but argued it should have been retained for investigation purposes.

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Story summary

The council confirmed the deletion of a video from a treasury management meeting to protect privacy.
It was the only video deleted from online training sessions since new councillors joined in May.
Independent councillor McCord noted that a member had left their camera on during the meeting.
Lib Dem leader Jonathan Harris criticized the deletion, calling it a loss of evidence and urging a stronger code of conduct.
Labour group leader Sally Keeble agreed with the deletion for privacy but argued it should have been retained for investigation purposes.