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…
A new list shows the proposed council tax hikes across all London boroughs for 2025/26, with Wandsworth aiming for the lowest rate. London Boroughs Council Tax: Proposed Increases for 2025/26 Revealed I saw a list of possible council tax changes in London. This list is from the PA news agency, dated February 18. It shows…
Liverpool households could pay over £2,100 if the council tax rises by the maximum proposed 4.99% next year. Liverpool Households Face Potential Council Tax Increase of 4.99 Percent Liverpool folks might see higher council tax bills soon. Next year, the average home could pay over £2,100. City leaders will discuss raising taxes at their meeting.…
Council considers tax hike despite public objections. Budget vote this Thursday. Increase could be 4.99%. Gateshead Council May Approve Maximum Council Tax Rise Amid Opposition Gateshead Council might raise council tax to the maximum allowed by law, despite public disagreement. Councillors vote on the budget this Thursday. The potential council tax increase is 4.99%. Councils…