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Suspended Walsall Council boss paid more than £138k during suspension

A former council boss who was sacked earlier this year after being accused of breaching rules received more than £138,000 during his 15-month suspension, it can be revealed today.

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Paul Davies, the former executive director for social care and inclusion at Walsall Council, was dismissed on March 25 following an investigation after 'issues' were raised in the department.

He was suspended from his duties on December 20, 2012, although bosses remained tight-lipped over the details.

A Freedom of Information request has now revealed that Mr Davies was paid £138,038 during his period of suspension.

An independent investigation was conducted by law firm Bevan Brittan.

The findings were presented to a board of elected members who found enough evidence to dismiss Mr Davies.

It had been alleged that Mr Davies had breached the rules set for a chief officer, but the full details have not been revealed.

The amount the investigation cost the council in solicitor's fees has not been revealed, but it is understood that the sums are yet to be finalised.

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