The authority issues a notice that means it will only be able to spend on essential services.
BBC News, West MidlandsThe authority has issued a Section 114 notice that prevents all but essential spending to ensure services are still provided.In a joint statement, its leader and deputy leader said the notice was a "necessary step as we seek to get our city back on a sound financial footing".
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