Woking’s new budget passed after government aid, averting larger tax hikes. Council to invest in essential services. Woking Council Approves Transitional Budget After Funding Boost Woking council approved a new budget. They say it’s much better than last year’s. Woking declared bankruptcy in 2023, and their debt was around £2 billion. The council had to…
Residents face higher council tax bills, averaging £2,500, as Kingston council approves a 5% increase amid service decline warnings. Residents face higher council tax bills, averaging £2,500, as Kingston council approves a 5% increase amid service decline warnings. Kingston Council Tax Rises Spark Concerns Over Service Quality Kingston Council Tax Rises Spark Concerns Over Service…
Residents face higher council tax bills, averaging £2,500, as Kingston council approves a 5% increase amid service decline warnings. Kingston Council Tax Rises Spark Concerns Over Service Quality Kingston council tax will increase in April. It will rise by another five percent, meaning Band D homes will pay nearly £2,500 yearly. The council approved this…
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 tax is rising across Scotland! Twenty-five councils approved it, and seven more will make final decisions this week. Scottish Council Tax: Many Areas Confirm Rate Hikes This Week Many Scottish areas will see higher council tax. Twenty-five councils already approved increases. Only seven councils still need to decide. East Lothian announced their rise two…
Leeds City Council approves £100 million savings plan, including a 4.99% council tax increase, to balance 2025-2026 budget. Leeds Council Agrees Savings Plan and Council Tax Rise for 2025 to 2026 Leeds will raise council tax this financial year. The council must also save £100 million. These changes are for the 2025-2026 budget. The council…
Budget approved with higher taxes, rent, fees. Expect fortnightly bin collections and service cuts. Sandwell Council Approves Tax Rise and Bin Collection Changes Sandwell Council approved a budget for 2025/6. It totals £365 million. Bin collections will change to every two weeks, and tax, rent, and fees are also going up. The council faces a…
Council to decide on budget, housing project & Cultural Heart updates. Facing opposition, they address deficit & community concerns. Kirklees Council Tackles Budget Housing Plan and Cultural Criticism Kirklees Council is quite busy right now. They must decide on the budget very soon. A big housing project is also up for approval. The council will…
New fees at a family attraction leave visitors unhappy. Users must now pay 50p to use the toilets. Family Attraction Toilet Fees Spark Outrage Among Visitors A council in Wales is changing toilet access. They are adding fees to save money, part of a bigger plan that involves closing many public toilets. Conwy Council wants…
Hull City Council approves the annual budget, resulting in a 4.99% council tax increase for residents. Hull Council Tax to Rise After Budget Approval by City Council Hull residents will soon pay more council tax. Councillors approved the budget for 2025/26. They agreed on a 4.99% council tax increase. This includes a 2% charge for…