Councillors vote not to press ahead with a 'strategic partnership' aimed at saving taxpayers' money
Councillors have rejected a proposal to formally merge two Leicestershire councils at a senior level.
Harborough District Council leader Phil King said: "Obviously I am very disappointed by the outcome of the vote - disappointed for our residents, communities and staff. However he said the two councils, which already share parking enforcement duties and the Lifeline personal alarm service for vulnerable people, would still look to collaborate in the future.
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