Councillor's mileage claim for remote Microsoft Teams meeting 'genuine mistake' says councilTewkesbury Borough Council refused two mileage claims during the last financial yearView 2 Images This information came to light after newly-elected Councillor Graham Bocking asked what checks are in place a Tewkesbury Borough Council to ensure the expenses process is not abused by members. (Image: Carmelo Garcia/Microsoft)A Gloucestershire councillor tried to claim mileage expenses for attendance at a meeting which was actually held remotely via Microsoft Teams. ‌Tewkesbury Borough Council refused two mileage claims during the last financial year, it was revealed earlier this week. During the 2024/25 financial year two mileage claims were refused. ‌Speaking at the meeting on September 30, Cllr Bocking said: “I was shocked to hear a member had tried to claim mileage for a remote meeting held on Teams.