Notice Information
Notice Title
Audit services for opted-in eligible bodies in England 2022
Notice Description
Contracts relate to audits of the accounts (as per the Code of Audit Practice) of eligible bodies across England that opt in for the purposes of the appointment of auditors under the provisions of the Local Audit and Accountability Act 2014 and the requirements of the Local Audit (Appointing Person) Regulations 2015.
Lot Information
Audit Services: Lot One - approx 18 percent of overall work by value
Auditing the accounts (as per the Code of Audit Practice) of approximately 18% (measured by reference to aggregate scale fees) of eligible bodies that opt in to the appointing person scheme. This may include opted-in bodies that are classed as Public Interest Entities. Eligible bodies include local councils, combined authorities, police and crime commissioners, police, fire and crime commissioners, chief constables, fire and rescue authorities, waste authorities, passenger transport executives and national park authorities. Potential suppliers in their response to the Invitation to Tender will have the option to specify up to four County/Combined Authority areas from a predefined list which would be least attractive/convenient for them to audit. The estimated lot size is based on the current scale fees, so the financial amount may increase or decrease depending on the outcome of the procurement. Additional information: Contract includes the option by mutual agreement to extend the term for up to a further 2 years
Audit Services: Lot Two - approx 16 percent of overall work by valueAuditing the accounts (as per the Code of Audit Practice) of approximately 16% (measured by reference to aggregate scale fees) of eligible bodies that opt in to the appointing person scheme. This may include opted-in bodies that are classed as Public Interest Entities. Eligible bodies include local councils, combined authorities, police and crime commissioners, police, fire and crime commissioners, chief constables, fire and rescue authorities, waste authorities, passenger transport executives and national park authorities. Potential suppliers in their response to the Invitation to Tender will have the option to specify up to four County/Combined Authority areas from a predefined list which would be least attractive/convenient for them to audit. The estimated lot size is based on the current scale fees, so the financial amount may increase or decrease depending on the outcome of the procurement. Additional information: Contract includes the option by mutual agreement to extend the term for up to a further 2 years. Potential suppliers are encouraged to also respond to our CN to establish a DPS for audit services for opted-in bodies. The same SQ response is used to minimise effort. Procurement docs at: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-London:-Accounting%2C-auditing-and-fiscal-services./UVC29QV984
Audit Services: Lot Three - approx 14 percent of overall work by valueAuditing the accounts (as per the Code of Audit Practice) of approximately 14% (measured by reference to aggregate scale fees) of eligible bodies that opt in to the appointing person scheme. This may include opted-in bodies that are classed as Public Interest Entities. Eligible bodies include local councils, combined authorities, police and crime commissioners, police, fire and crime commissioners, chief constables, fire and rescue authorities, waste authorities, passenger transport executives and national park authorities. Potential suppliers in their response to the Invitation to Tender will have the option to specify up to four County/Combined Authority areas from a predefined list which would be least attractive/convenient for them to audit. The estimated lot size is based on the current scale fees, so the financial amount may increase or decrease depending on the outcome of the procurement. Additional information: Contract includes the option by mutual agreement to extend the term for up to a further 2 years. Potential suppliers are encouraged to also respond to our CN to establish a DPS for audit services for opted-in bodies. The same SQ response is used to minimise effort. Procurement docs at: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-London:-Accounting%2C-auditing-and-fiscal-services./UVC29QV984
Audit Services: Lot Four - approx 12 percent of overall work by valueAuditing the accounts (as per the Code of Audit Practice) of approximately 12% (measured by reference to aggregate scale fees) of eligible bodies that opt in to the appointing person scheme. This may include opted-in bodies that are classed as Public Interest Entities. Eligible bodies include local councils, combined authorities, police and crime commissioners, police, fire and crime commissioners, chief constables, fire and rescue authorities, waste authorities, passenger transport executives and national park authorities. Potential suppliers in their response to the Invitation to Tender will have the option to specify up to four County/Combined Authority areas from a predefined list which would be least attractive/convenient for them to audit. The estimated lot size is based on the current scale fees, so the financial amount may increase or decrease depending on the outcome of the procurement. Additional information: Contract includes the option by mutual agreement to extend the term for up to a further 2 years. Potential suppliers are encouraged to also respond to our CN to establish a DPS for audit services for opted-in bodies. The same SQ response is used to minimise effort. Procurement docs at: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-London:-Accounting%2C-auditing-and-fiscal-services./UVC29QV984
Audit Services: Lot Five - approx 8 percent of overall work by valueAuditing the accounts (as per the Code of Audit Practice) of approximately 8% (measured by reference to aggregate scale fees) of eligible bodies that opt in to the appointing person scheme. This may include opted-in bodies that are classed as Public Interest Entities. Eligible bodies include local councils, combined authorities, police and crime commissioners, police, fire and crime commissioners, chief constables, fire and rescue authorities, waste authorities, passenger transport executives and national park authorities. Potential suppliers in their response to the Invitation to Tender will have the option to specify up to four County/Combined Authority areas from a predefined list which would be least attractive/convenient for them to audit. The estimated lot size is based on the current scale fees, so the financial amount may increase or decrease depending on the outcome of the procurement. Additional information: Contract includes the option by mutual agreement to extend the term for up to a further 2 years. Potential suppliers are encouraged to also respond to our CN to establish a DPS for audit services for opted-in bodies. The same SQ response is used to minimise effort. Procurement docs at: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-London:-Accounting%2C-auditing-and-fiscal-services./UVC29QV984
Audit Services: Lot Six - approx 7 percent of overall work by valueAuditing the accounts (as per the Code of Audit Practice) of approximately 7% (measured by reference to aggregate scale fees) of eligible bodies that opt in to the appointing person scheme. This may include opted-in bodies that are classed as Public Interest Entities. Eligible bodies include local councils, combined authorities, police and crime commissioners, police, fire and crime commissioners, chief constables, fire and rescue authorities, waste authorities, passenger transport executives and national park authorities. Potential suppliers in their response to the Invitation to Tender will have the option to specify up to four County/Combined Authority areas from a predefined list which would be least attractive/convenient for them to audit. The estimated lot size is based on the current scale fees, so the financial amount may increase or decrease depending on the outcome of the procurement. Additional information: Contract includes the option by mutual agreement to extend the term for up to a further 2 years. Potential suppliers are encouraged to also respond to our CN to establish a DPS for audit services for opted-in bodies. The same SQ response is used to minimise effort. Procurement docs at: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-London:-Accounting%2C-auditing-and-fiscal-services./UVC29QV984
Audit Services: Lot Seven - approx 6 percent of overall work by valueAuditing the accounts (as per the Code of Audit Practice) of approximately 6% (measured by reference to aggregate scale fees) of eligible bodies that opt in to the appointing person scheme. This may include opted-in bodies that are classed as Public Interest Entities. Eligible bodies include local councils, combined authorities, police and crime commissioners, police, fire and crime commissioners, chief constables, fire and rescue authorities, waste authorities, passenger transport executives and national park authorities. Potential suppliers in their response to the Invitation to Tender will have the option to specify up to four County/Combined Authority areas from a predefined list which would be least attractive/convenient for them to audit. The estimated lot size is based on the current scale fees, so the financial amount may increase or decrease depending on the outcome of the procurement. Additional information: Contract includes the option by mutual agreement to extend the term for up to a further 2 years. Potential suppliers are encouraged to also respond to our CN to establish a DPS for audit services for opted-in bodies. The same SQ response is used to minimise effort. Procurement docs at: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-London:-Accounting%2C-auditing-and-fiscal-services./UVC29QV984
Audit Services: Lot Eight - approx 5 percent of overall work by value (will not include PIE audits)Auditing the accounts (as per the Code of Audit Practice) of approximately 5% (measured by reference to aggregate scale fees) of eligible bodies that opt in to the appointing person scheme. It will not include any opted-in bodies that are classed as Public Interest Entities. Eligible bodies include local councils, combined authorities, police and crime commissioners, police, fire and crime commissioners, chief constables, fire and rescue authorities, waste authorities, passenger transport executives and national park authorities. Potential suppliers in their response to the Invitation to Tender will have the option to specify up to four County/Combined Authority areas from a predefined list which would be least attractive/convenient for them to audit. The estimated lot size is based on the current scale fees, so the financial amount may increase or decrease depending on the outcome of the procurement. Additional information: Contract includes the option by mutual agreement to extend the term for up to a further 2 years. Potential suppliers are encouraged to also respond to our CN to establish a DPS for audit services for opted-in bodies. The same SQ response is used to minimise effort. Procurement docs at: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-London:-Accounting%2C-auditing-and-fiscal-services./UVC29QV984
Audit Services: Lot Nine - approx 5 percent of overall work by value (will not include PIE audits)Auditing the accounts (as per the Code of Audit Practice) of approximately 5% (measured by reference to aggregate scale fees) of eligible bodies that opt in to the appointing person scheme. It will not include any opted-in bodies that are classed as Public Interest Entities. Eligible bodies include local councils, combined authorities, police and crime commissioners, police, fire and crime commissioners, chief constables, fire and rescue authorities, waste authorities, passenger transport executives and national park authorities. Potential suppliers in their response to the Invitation to Tender will have the option to specify up to four County/Combined Authority areas from a predefined list which would be least attractive/convenient for them to audit. The estimated lot size is based on the current scale fees, so the financial amount may increase or decrease depending on the outcome of the procurement. Additional information: Contract includes the option by mutual agreement to extend the term for up to a further 2 years. Potential suppliers are encouraged to also respond to our CN to establish a DPS for audit services for opted-in bodies. The same SQ response is used to minimise effort. Procurement docs at: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-London:-Accounting%2C-auditing-and-fiscal-services./UVC29QV984
Audit Services: Lot Ten - approx 4 percent of overall work by valueAuditing the accounts (as per the Code of Audit Practice) of approximately 4% (measured by reference to aggregate scale fees) of eligible bodies that opt in to the appointing person scheme. It will not include any opted-in bodies that are classed as Public Interest Entities. Eligible bodies include local councils, combined authorities, police and crime commissioners, police, fire and crime commissioners, chief constables, fire and rescue authorities, waste authorities, passenger transport executives and national park authorities. Potential suppliers in their response to the Invitation to Tender will have the option to specify up to four County/Combined Authority areas from a predefined list which would be least attractive/convenient for them to audit. The estimated lot size is based on the current scale fees, so the financial amount may increase or decrease depending on the outcome of the procurement. Additional information: Contract includes the option by mutual agreement to extend the term for up to a further 2 years
Lot Eleven - approx 2.25 percent of overall work by value (development lot) (will not include PIE or MLA audits)Auditing the accounts (as per the Code of Audit Practice) of approximately 2.25% (measured by reference to aggregate scale fees) of eligible bodies that opt in to the appointing person scheme. It will contain the following types of opted-in bodies (District councils, Police and fire bodies, LG functional bodies, combined authorities, national parks, waste disposal authorities, pension authorities, LG miscellaneous bodies and other local government bodies), but will not contain any Public Interest Entities nor Major Local Audits. Potential suppliers in their response to the Invitation to Tender will have the option to specify up to four County/Combined Authority areas from a predefined list in which you are able to undertake audits. The estimated lot size is based on the current scale fees, so the financial amount may increase or decrease depending on the outcome of the procurement. Additional information: Contract includes the option by mutual agreement to extend the term for up to a further 2 years
Lot Twelve - approx 2.25 percent of overall work by value (development lot) (will not include PIE or MLA audits)Auditing the accounts (as per the Code of Audit Practice) of approximately 2.25% (measured by reference to aggregate scale fees) of eligible bodies that opt in to the appointing person scheme. It will contain the following types of opted-in bodies (District councils, Police and fire bodies, LG functional bodies, combined authorities, national parks, waste disposal authorities, pension authorities, LG miscellaneous bodies and other local government bodies), but will not contain any Public Interest Entities nor Major Local Audits. Potential suppliers in their response to the Invitation to Tender will have the option to specify up to four County/Combined Authority areas from a predefined list in which you are able to undertake audits. The estimated lot size is based on the current scale fees, so the financial amount may increase or decrease depending on the outcome of the procurement. Additional information: Contract includes the option by mutual agreement to extend the term for up to a further 2 years
Lot Thirteen - approx 0.5 percent of overall work by value (development lot) (will not include PIE or MLA audits)Auditing the accounts (as per the Code of Audit Practice) of approximately 0.5% (measured by reference to aggregate scale fees) of eligible bodies that opt in to the appointing person scheme. It will contain the following types of opted-in bodies (District councils, Police and fire bodies, LG functional bodies, combined authorities, national parks, waste disposal authorities, pension authorities, LG miscellaneous bodies and other local government bodies), but will not contain any Public Interest Entities nor Major Local Audits. Potential suppliers in their response to the Invitation to Tender will have the option to specify up to four County/Combined Authority areas from a predefined list in which you are able to undertake audits. The estimated lot size is based on the current scale fees, so the financial amount may increase or decrease depending on the outcome of the procurement. Additional information: Contract includes the option by mutual agreement to extend the term for up to a further 2 years
Audit Services: Lot Two - approx 16 percent of overall work by valueAuditing the accounts (as per the Code of Audit Practice) of approximately 16% (measured by reference to aggregate scale fees) of eligible bodies that opt in to the appointing person scheme. This may include opted-in bodies that are classed as Public Interest Entities. Eligible bodies include local councils, combined authorities, police and crime commissioners, police, fire and crime commissioners, chief constables, fire and rescue authorities, waste authorities, passenger transport executives and national park authorities. Potential suppliers in their response to the Invitation to Tender will have the option to specify up to four County/Combined Authority areas from a predefined list which would be least attractive/convenient for them to audit. The estimated lot size is based on the current scale fees, so the financial amount may increase or decrease depending on the outcome of the procurement. Additional information: Contract includes the option by mutual agreement to extend the term for up to a further 2 years
Audit Services: Lot Three - approx 14 percent of overall work by valueAuditing the accounts (as per the Code of Audit Practice) of approximately 14% (measured by reference to aggregate scale fees) of eligible bodies that opt in to the appointing person scheme. This may include opted-in bodies that are classed as Public Interest Entities. Eligible bodies include local councils, combined authorities, police and crime commissioners, police, fire and crime commissioners, chief constables, fire and rescue authorities, waste authorities, passenger transport executives and national park authorities. Potential suppliers in their response to the Invitation to Tender will have the option to specify up to four County/Combined Authority areas from a predefined list which would be least attractive/convenient for them to audit. The estimated lot size is based on the current scale fees, so the financial amount may increase or decrease depending on the outcome of the procurement. Additional information: Contract includes the option by mutual agreement to extend the term for up to a further 2 years
Audit Services: Lot Four - approx 12 percent of overall work by valueAuditing the accounts (as per the Code of Audit Practice) of approximately 12% (measured by reference to aggregate scale fees) of eligible bodies that opt in to the appointing person scheme. This may include opted-in bodies that are classed as Public Interest Entities. Eligible bodies include local councils, combined authorities, police and crime commissioners, police, fire and crime commissioners, chief constables, fire and rescue authorities, waste authorities, passenger transport executives and national park authorities. Potential suppliers in their response to the Invitation to Tender will have the option to specify up to four County/Combined Authority areas from a predefined list which would be least attractive/convenient for them to audit. The estimated lot size is based on the current scale fees, so the financial amount may increase or decrease depending on the outcome of the procurement. Additional information: Contract includes the option by mutual agreement to extend the term for up to a further 2 years
Audit Services: Lot Five - approx 8 percent of overall work by valueAuditing the accounts (as per the Code of Audit Practice) of approximately 8% (measured by reference to aggregate scale fees) of eligible bodies that opt in to the appointing person scheme. This may include opted-in bodies that are classed as Public Interest Entities. Eligible bodies include local councils, combined authorities, police and crime commissioners, police, fire and crime commissioners, chief constables, fire and rescue authorities, waste authorities, passenger transport executives and national park authorities. Potential suppliers in their response to the Invitation to Tender will have the option to specify up to four County/Combined Authority areas from a predefined list which would be least attractive/convenient for them to audit. The estimated lot size is based on the current scale fees, so the financial amount may increase or decrease depending on the outcome of the procurement. Additional information: Contract includes the option by mutual agreement to extend the term for up to a further 2 years
Audit Services: Lot Six - approx 7 percent of overall work by valueAuditing the accounts (as per the Code of Audit Practice) of approximately 7% (measured by reference to aggregate scale fees) of eligible bodies that opt in to the appointing person scheme. This may include opted-in bodies that are classed as Public Interest Entities. Eligible bodies include local councils, combined authorities, police and crime commissioners, police, fire and crime commissioners, chief constables, fire and rescue authorities, waste authorities, passenger transport executives and national park authorities. Potential suppliers in their response to the Invitation to Tender will have the option to specify up to four County/Combined Authority areas from a predefined list which would be least attractive/convenient for them to audit. The estimated lot size is based on the current scale fees, so the financial amount may increase or decrease depending on the outcome of the procurement. Additional information: Contract includes the option by mutual agreement to extend the term for up to a further 2 years
Audit Services: Lot Seven (A) - approx 1 percent of overall work by valueAuditing the accounts (as per the Code of Audit Practice) of approximately 1% (measured by reference to aggregate scale fees) of eligible bodies that opt in to the appointing person scheme. This may include opted-in bodies that are classed as Public Interest Entities. Eligible bodies include local councils, combined authorities, police and crime commissioners, police, fire and crime commissioners, chief constables, fire and rescue authorities, waste authorities, passenger transport executives and national park authorities. Potential suppliers in their response to the Invitation to Tender will have the option to specify up to four County/Combined Authority areas from a predefined list which would be least attractive/convenient for them to audit. The estimated lot size is based on the current scale fees, so the financial amount may increase or decrease depending on the outcome of the procurement. Additional information: Contract includes the option by mutual agreement to extend the term for up to a further 2 years
Audit Services: Lot Seven (B) - approx 1 percent of overall work by valueAuditing the accounts (as per the Code of Audit Practice) of approximately 1% (measured by reference to aggregate scale fees) of eligible bodies that opt in to the appointing person scheme. This may include opted-in bodies that are classed as Public Interest Entities. Eligible bodies include local councils, combined authorities, police and crime commissioners, police, fire and crime commissioners, chief constables, fire and rescue authorities, waste authorities, passenger transport executives and national park authorities. Potential suppliers in their response to the Invitation to Tender will have the option to specify up to four County/Combined Authority areas from a predefined list which would be least attractive/convenient for them to audit. The estimated lot size is based on the current scale fees, so the financial amount may increase or decrease depending on the outcome of the procurement. Additional information: Contract includes the option by mutual agreement to extend the term for up to a further 2 years
Audit Services: Lot Seven (C) - approx 1 percent of overall work by value (development lot) (will not include PIE or MLA audits)Auditing the accounts (as per the Code of Audit Practice) of approximately 1% (measured by reference to aggregate scale fees) of eligible bodies that opt in to the appointing person scheme. It will contain the following types of opted-in bodies (District councils, police and fire bodies, LG functional bodies, combined authorities, national parks, waste disposal authorities, pension authorities, LG miscellaneous bodies and other local government bodies), but will not contain any Public Interest Entities nor Major Local Audits. Potential suppliers in their response to the Invitation to Tender will have the option to specify up to four County/Combined Authority areas from a predefined list in which you are able to undertake audits. The estimated lot size is based on the current scale fees, so the financial amount may increase or decrease depending on the outcome of the procurement. Additional information: Contract includes the option by mutual agreement to extend the term for up to a further 2 years
Audit Services: Lot Seven (D) - approx 0.5 percent of overall work by value (development lot) (will not include PIE or MLA audits)Auditing the accounts (as per the Code of Audit Practice) of approximately 0.5% (measured by reference to aggregate scale fees) of eligible bodies that opt in to the appointing person scheme. It will contain the following types of opted-in bodies (District councils, Police and fire bodies, LG functional bodies, combined authorities, national parks, waste disposal authorities, pension authorities, LG miscellaneous bodies and other local government bodies), but will not contain any Public Interest Entities nor Major Local Audits. Potential suppliers in their response to the Invitation to Tender will have the option to specify up to four County/Combined Authority areas from a predefined list in which you are able to undertake audits. The estimated lot size is based on the current scale fees, so the financial amount may increase or decrease depending on the outcome of the procurement. Additional information: Contract includes the option by mutual agreement to extend the term for up to a further 2 years
Audit Services: Lot Eight - approx 5 percent of overall work by valueAuditing the accounts (as per the Code of Audit Practice) of approximately 5% (measured by reference to aggregate scale fees) of eligible bodies that opt in to the appointing person scheme. It will not include any opted-in bodies that are classed as Public Interest Entities. Eligible bodies include local councils, combined authorities, police and crime commissioners, police, fire and crime commissioners, chief constables, fire and rescue authorities, waste authorities, passenger transport executives and national park authorities. Potential suppliers in their response to the Invitation to Tender will have the option to specify up to four County/Combined Authority areas from a predefined list which would be least attractive/convenient for them to audit. The estimated lot size is based on the current scale fees, so the financial amount may increase or decrease depending on the outcome of the procurement. Additional information: Contract includes the option by mutual agreement to extend the term for up to a further 2 years
Audit Services: Lot Nine - approx 5 percent of overall work by valueAuditing the accounts (as per the Code of Audit Practice) of approximately 5% (measured by reference to aggregate scale fees) of eligible bodies that opt in to the appointing person scheme. It will not include any opted-in bodies that are classed as Public Interest Entities. Eligible bodies include local councils, combined authorities, police and crime commissioners, police, fire and crime commissioners, chief constables, fire and rescue authorities, waste authorities, passenger transport executives and national park authorities. Potential suppliers in their response to the Invitation to Tender will have the option to specify up to four County/Combined Authority areas from a predefined list which would be least attractive/convenient for them to audit. The estimated lot size is based on the current scale fees, so the financial amount may increase or decrease depending on the outcome of the procurement. Additional information: Contract includes the option by mutual agreement to extend the term for up to a further 2 years
Lot 1The provision of external auditors as a statutory requirement under the local Audit and Accountability Act 2014.
Notice Details
Publication & Lifecycle
- Open Contracting ID
- ocds-h6vhtk-031385
- Publication Source
- Find A Tender Service
- Latest Notice
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/071433-2025
- Current Stage
- Award
- All Stages
- Tender, Award
Procurement Classification
- Notice Type
- Tender Notice
- Procurement Type
- Framework
- Procurement Category
- Services
- Procurement Method
- Selective
- Procurement Method Details
- Restricted procedure
- Tender Suitability
- Not specified
- Awardee Scale
- Large
Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)
- CPV Divisions
79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security
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- CPV Codes
79200000 - Accounting, auditing and fiscal services
79210000 - Accounting and auditing services
79212000 - Auditing services
79212100 - Financial auditing services
79212300 - Statutory audit services
Notice Value(s)
- Tender Value
- £165,000,000 £100M-£1B
- Lots Value
- £165,060,000 £100M-£1B
- Awards Value
- Not specified
- Contracts Value
- £155,312,500 £100M-£1B
Notice Dates
- Publication Date
- 5 Nov 20259 months ago
- Submission Deadline
- 18 Mar 2022Expired
- Future Notice Date
- Not specified
- Award Date
- 17 Nov 20223 years ago
- Contract Period
- Not specified - Not specified
- Recurrence
- Not specified
Notice Status
- Tender Status
- Complete
- Lots Status
- Active, Cancelled
- Awards Status
- Active, Unsuccessful
- Contracts Status
- Active
Buyer & Supplier
Contracting Authority (Buyer)
- Main Buyer
- Public Sector Audit Appointments Ltd
- Additional Buyers
- Contact Name
- Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
- Contact Email
- Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
- Contact Phone
- Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Buyer Location
- Locality
- LONDON
- Postcode
- SW1P 3HZ
- Postcode Area
- South West London
- Country
- England
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- Major Region (ITL 1)
- TLI London
- Basic Region (ITL 2)
- TLI3 Inner London - West
- Small Region (ITL 3)
- TLI35 Westminster and City of London
- Delivery Location
- TLK South West (England)
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- Local Authority
- Westminster
- Electoral Ward
- St James's
- Westminster Constituency
- Cities of London and Westminster
Further Information
Notice URLs
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