Whistleblower allegations against the council's construction company City Building sparked a probe uncovering problems with purchasing and HR practices, it has emerged.

City Building Contracts has built five primary schools and four nurseries as well as carrying out major upgrades to the Mitchell Library, GOMA and the City Chambers.

When Glasgow City Council's audit team investigated the whistleblower complaints however, they discovered "significant compliance matters covering key governance, procurement and HR practices."

An audit report found concerns with top management's "culture towards the role of audit and governance." As a result a new executive director was hired in January from outside the organisation.

The problems have also led to delays with City's Buildings financial

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