Increased applications for the council’s free air fryer program are causing delays. Pensioners face longer wait times. Increased applications for the council’s free air fryer program are causing delays. Pensioners face longer wait times. High Demand Extends Wait Times for Free Air Fryers for Pensioners High Demand Extends Wait Times for Free Air Fryers for…
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…
Sefton’s £20M Strand update has mixed reviews. Some fear current neglect, others hope for better stores and a vibrant hub. Strand Upgrade Backed: Don’t Neglect Current State, Says Resident Sefton Council plans a £20 million shopping center update. Some people are unhappy with the Strand’s current state. The plans include green spaces and new community…
Wirral residents could pay almost £100 more in Council Tax as councilors vote on budget amidst a £34 million budget shortfall. Wirral Council Tax Set to Increase by Almost £100 in Five Weeks Councilors will vote next Monday. They will decide on a Council Tax increase, and the average Wirral Council Tax bill will likely…
The government is willing to discuss support for Redheugh Bridge repairs due to concerning concrete issues. A costly resolution is needed. Government Open to Talks on Redheugh Bridge Concrete Repair Funding The government says they’ll talk about Redheugh Bridge repairs. The bridge has concrete problems. Officials think repairs could cost over £1 million. Concerns arose…
Coventry avoids service cuts adding funds for roads as Gov funds help. Residents want streetlights back. Coventry Council Dodges Cuts Funds Added Following Street Light Plea Coventry’s council stopped planned service cuts. They protect street cleaning and learning disability support. Many residents still see past cuts’ effects. People protested, signed petitions, and spoke at meetings.…
Lambeth faces selling properties to repay a £40M bailout needed for its housing account. Future funding may also be required. Lambeth Borough May Sell Homes to Repay £40 Million Government Bailout Lambeth needs to repay a £40 million bailout. The government gave Lambeth this money. The council might sell homes to get cash. Lambeth’s finance…
Council adds £330k to Godiva Festival budget amid library changes. Decision balances city events with cost-saving plans. Coventry Council Boosts Godiva Festival Amid Library Move Defense Coventry’s music festival will get £330k. The council wants to keep it affordable, despite funding cuts from last year. Leaders defended plans to move libraries to save money, but…
Lincolnshire council claims funding formulas mean a yearly loss of £120m, impacting services. Council Says Funding System Costs Them 120 Million Per Year Lincolnshire council feels shortchanged. They say government funding isn’t working. They claim they miss out on £120 million each year. Over 600 miles of roads need repair. They blame a lack of…
Stoke-on-Trent City Council gets a £16.8M loan to help with services. This follows previous loans and budget challenges. Stoke Council Receives £16.8 Million Government Bailout Loan The government gave Stoke-on-Trent a £16.8 million loan. The council needed money and they already got £42.2 million in loans in the last two years. Stoke-on-Trent is getting a…