ALLEGATIONS made against a borough councillor are being examined by Welwyn Hatfield Council. Sara Johnston, who is also seeking election to Hertfordshire County Council tomorrow, is the subject of allegations made by her former husband Peter

ALLEGATIONS made against a borough councillor are being examined by Welwyn Hatfield Council.

Sara Johnston, who is also seeking election to Hertfordshire County Council tomorrow, is the subject of allegations made by her former husband Peter Johnston.

A spokeswoman said: "The council is conducting preliminary investigation of the following allegations made against councillor Sara Johnston:

* Using her council position to get free legal assistance.

* Undeclared interest on the cabinet housing panel.

* Making false statements on her council housing application.

* Living out of area, but holding onto a council house.

* Failure to declare earnings to the Department of Work and Pensions.

"This information has been passed to officers to investigate appropriately."

Cllr Johnston, of Dawley, WGC, said: "These claims from my former husband are completely unfair and unfounded.

"I really look forward to the result of any investigation so that we can put this very upsetting time behind us.

"I'm completely confident these allegations will be thrown out.