Council chief executives may receive a £19k salary increase while residents face tax rises and service cuts. Council Chiefs Could Get £19k Pay Rise Amid Tax Hikes and Cuts Local government leaders might get a big salary increase. They could receive £19,000 more per year, despite council tax going up and services being cut. Council…
Council chief executives could see a £19,000 pay raise during tax hikes and service cuts, sparking controversy. Council Bosses Face Massive Salary Increase Amid Taxpayer Burden A document leaked showing council bosses might get raises up to 12%. Council leaders could get a £19,000 raise as council taxes rise a lot, and services are being…
Edinburgh is urged to negotiate funding directly with Holyrood, believing it could secure a better deal than through Cosla. Edinburgh Council Urged to Seek Direct Funding Talks with Holyrood Edinburgh might leave a council group. This group, Cosla, negotiates funding with the government. A council member thinks Edinburgh could get more money alone. Currently, Edinburgh…
Opposition groups propose council tax increase and ending free tram travel in Edinburgh budget alternatives. Edinburgh Budget Opposition Propose Tax Hike End Free Trams Edinburgh Council faces a budget decision this Thursday. Opposition groups suggest changes to Labour’s plan. No single party holds a majority in the council. Groups must agree on a final budget…
Figures reveal Aberdeen has the most social housing mould and damp complaints in Scotland, raising concerns about housing conditions. Aberdeen Sees Highest Mould Damp Social Housing Complaints in Scotland Hey, guess what I just read? Scotland has social housing issues. People are complaining about dampness and mold. Since the SNP took power, complaints are high.…
Council tax could increase in Glasgow and Lanarkshire. Votes will happen this month. Find out what areas are affected. Glasgow and Lanarkshire Council Tax May Rise: Affected Areas Listed Hey, wanna hear about local council taxes? Councils will vote on tax increases this month. These changes will affect people living there. The SNP thinks they…
Council tax may rise across Scotland. Glasgow, Edinburgh, and others are deciding on increases to balance budgets. Scottish Council Tax: Areas Facing Potential Increases Listed Local councils will vote on council tax soon. These changes will affect residents directly. The SNP thinks they gave enough money, and COSLA, the council group, agrees more than before.…