Scottish Council Tax: Many Areas Confirm Rate Hikes This Week

Scottish Council Tax: Many Areas Confirm Rate Hikes This Week

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…

East Renfrewshire Social Care Charge Compromise Now Seems Possible

East Renfrewshire Social Care Charge Compromise Now Seems Possible

Compromise may be reached on controversial social care charges in East Renfrewshire after much opposition. East Renfrewshire Social Care Charge Compromise Now Seems Possible East Renfrewshire might compromise on social care charges. New fees could start in July for some care. The fee is £20 per hour for non-residential care. This change passed in the…

East Renfrewshire Council Tax Rise Proposed to Tackle £7 Million Gap

East Renfrewshire Council Tax Rise Proposed to Tackle £7 Million Gap

Council tax in East Renfrewshire may increase by 8% to address a £7m budget shortfall and protect key services. East Renfrewshire Council Tax Rise Proposed to Tackle £7 Million Gap East Renfrewshire’s council tax might rise by 8%. This increase helps close a £7 million spending gap. The council will decide on the 2025/26 budget…

East Renfrewshire Social Care Charges Spark Further Scrutiny

East Renfrewshire Social Care Charges Spark Further Scrutiny

New social care fees in East Renfrewshire face review amid concerns about their impact on vulnerable individuals. East Renfrewshire Social Care Charges Spark Further Scrutiny East Renfrewshire may change social care charges. New fees could hurt vulnerable people. The council plans £20 hourly fees for non-residential care, starting in July after cabinet approval. A decision…

East Renfrewshire Approves Social Care Charges Amidst Concerns

East Renfrewshire Approves Social Care Charges Amidst Concerns

East Renfrewshire will charge for some social care in July, impacting 500 people despite opposition. East Renfrewshire Approves Social Care Charges Amidst Concerns East Renfrewshire will soon charge for some social care. The council cabinet approved the new fees, which will take effect in July. These charges are for non-residential care, meaning services outside of…