‌Tamworth Borough Council claimed Cllr Edward Harris, the chair of Warwickshire County Council, owned two 'illegal' Houses of Multiple Occupation (HMOs) which failed to meet 'basic living standards' and were not fit for habitation. ‌Cllr Harris, the chair of Warwickshire County Council, earlier took responsibility for the properties but said there was 'more to it than information suggests'. READ MORE: Rachel Reeves slammed by Midlands pub in scathing statement‌Cllr Harris said: “It has been an honour to serve as Chairman of Warwickshire County Council. "Cllr Harris will no longer sit as a Reform councillor and will be sitting as an Independent member while this matter is investigated. Article continues below"I want to thank Cllr Harris for the service given in the Chairman’s role.