Ashburton Guardian in Ashburton, Canterbury

Lawyer's Fees Stir Public Debate Over Audit Charges

A Glasgow auditor's defence of his 2 guineas per day rate sparks clashes with Town Councils in Kirkcudbright stewartry. He cites widespread use of high professional fees, comparisons to Parliament and London travel costs, and recounts a noted estate transaction as illustrating commissions and time estimates. He argues reform is needed to curb perceived overcharging while maintaining professional standards.