Council considers tax increase to fund storm preparedness, reducing reliance on short-term funding. Council Tax Rise Planned For Future Weather Preparedness in County Hey, listen to this about our council tax. It might go up by 4.7% next year. The council needs money for future weather problems. They want to prepare better. The council leader…
Leicestershire residents will see a council tax increase of up to 4.99% to balance the budget amid rising costs. Leicestershire Approves Maximum Council Tax Rise for Residents Hey, guess what’s happening in Leicestershire? Council tax is going up. They approved a big increase, about 4.99%. This means Band D properties will pay £1.54 more per…
New scheme looks to combat littering & illegal dumping via increased street cleaning. Council Considers £200,000 ‘Operation Clean & Green’ to Tackle Litter Councilors want a pilot program that would cost £200,000. This plan aims to help with litter and illegal dumping. The Liberal Democrats proposed changes for the council’s budget. They want more street…
Unions protest cuts demanding more Glasgow funding before crucial budget meeting. Council tax hike also looms. Glasgow Unions Demand Funding Injection at Budget Cut Protest Hey, listen to what’s happening in Glasgow. Trade unions protested outside the city chambers. They want more funding for the council. They also want to stop all budget cuts. UNISON,…
Council tax and parking charges in Rochford are set to increase. This follows accusations of the leader being too timid. Rochford Council Tax and Parking Fees Rise Amid Leader Criticism South Essex residents will soon pay more. Council tax and parking fees are going up. Football pitch costs will also increase. Rochford Council approved a…
Devon and Somerset Fire Service anticipates a £13M funding gap, prompting a review of operations and resource allocation. Somerset Fire Service Faces £13 Million Funding Shortfall The fire service in Devon and Somerset might lack money soon. They could face a £13 million shortfall in five years. They created a plan looking ahead to 2030.…
Glasgow considers a Clyde Tunnel toll and congestion charge to increase income for city projects. Glasgow Clyde Tunnel Toll Considered to Boost Council Income Glasgow needs more money. The council is considering a toll for the Clyde Tunnel. This would only affect drivers living outside Glasgow. They are also thinking about a congestion charge. The…
Liverpool Council must save £32m by 2026. Rising costs push potential council tax increase to 4.99%. Liverpool Council Faces £32 Million Savings Target to Balance Budget Liverpool Council needs to save money. They want to save over £30 million next year. The goal? To have a balanced budget. Councillors will talk about this budget next…
Auditor warns Redcar and Cleveland Council about long-term financial sustainability amid reserve depletion. Redcar Council Faces Financial Risks Despite Value for Money Rating An audit looked at Redcar and Cleveland Council. It found no major problems managing money, but warned about the council’s finances, saying they might not be sustainable long-term. The report mentioned using…
Humberside residents will see a council tax rise of £13.99 to fund local police services and maintain officer numbers. Humberside Police To Increase Council Tax Charge By £13.99 Yearly The Humber area agreed on local police funding via council tax. Humberside’s panel approved a tax increase. It’s about £13.99 yearly for Band D homes in…