Zack Polanski cleared by ethics inquiry over council tax payment complaint
Summary
Zack Polanski, leader of the Green Party in London, was investigated over complaints that he did not pay council tax while living on a houseboat. The inquiry found that the issue was unclear due to his unusual living situation and decided he did not break any rules.Key Facts
- Complaints came from Labour and Conservative members about unpaid council tax during Polanski’s time living on a houseboat in east London since 2022.
- The Greater London Authority’s monitoring officer ruled the situation was outside the guidelines and Polanski did not breach the code of conduct.
- Polanski said he did not intend to avoid paying taxes and believed council tax was included in his mooring fees.
- He previously lived five years as a property guardian, paying license fees while taxes were handled differently.
- Polanski apologized for not making sure about the tax rules given his unconventional housing.
- He mentioned personal experience with financial difficulties and housing insecurity.
- The Green Party stated the investigation is now closed and no further action will be taken.
- A Conservative member who complained said Polanski showed a careless attitude toward the tax issue.
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