THE leader of Darlington Borough Council, Councillor John Williams, received £20,693 in allowances last year.
The figure was revealed in a public notice showing how much was paid to each of the authority's 52 members.
Councillors receive a standard £4,347, with additions for special responsibilities.
Coun Williams, as leader, was awarded an extra £16,346 and his deputy, Councillor Bill Dixon, an extra £9,807.
Leader of the council's Conservative group, Coun Tony Richmond, commands £5,721.
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