CLAIMS that almost £100,000 is being spent over and above the sum set aside for the town's share of council tax has been made by a town councillor.

"It seems to me that the town council is spending £94,000 more than the precept figure, if my figures are correct," Bob Ayer told The Herald.

A full version of this story will be found in the Petersfield Herald of February 11, 2000.