Birmingham councillors approved cuts amid protests and rat concerns. Tax up, services down post ’23 bankruptcy. Birmingham Council Budget: Rats, Tax Hikes, and Apologies Mark Painful Cuts Birmingham councillors approved a budget. This budget might make things worse for locals. The council faced bleak scenes similar to last year. Councillors voted on the 2025/26 budget,…
Trafford faces backlash over a 7.49% council tax hike amid budget woes and political clashes. Residents voice concerns. Trafford Council Tax Set to Increase by 7.49 Percent in Greater Manchester Trafford’s council had a very heated budget meeting. A 7.49% council tax increase is coming, which upset many people. The Conservatives said Labour is hurting…
East London council approves budget including free uniforms, Meals on Wheels, and increased council tax. East London Budget: Free Uniforms, Meals on Wheels and Tax Changes The East London council approved its new budget. It includes money for schools, care, and safety. Council tax will increase by 4.99 percent. Tower Hamlets Council is investing £65…
Darlington council approves higher parking fees to combat financial pressure. New fares begin later this year. Parking Charge Increase Approved in Darlington Town Centre Darlington will raise parking fees in the town center. The council decided to increase the costs, and they approved the new spending plans. Higher prices will begin later this year. Council…
New budget approved! Council tax rises 4.99% to fund services after years of cuts. Middlesbrough Council Passes Budget with Investment and Tax Increase Middlesbrough Council approved its budget at a key meeting recently. Council tax will increase by 4.99%. The budget invests in services that faced cuts for over ten years. Labour voted for the…
Council tax in North Lincolnshire to see a significant increase after budget approval. Funds community improvements for residents. North Lincolnshire Council Tax Set for Highest Rise in Years North Lincolnshire will raise council tax quite a bit. The council approved their budget on February 20th. Council tax will increase by 4.89 percent overall, with core…
Glasgow launches a major cleaning initiative. It invests £7M and hires 200 staff to combat litter and improve cleanliness. Glasgow Boosts Street Cleaning with £7 Million & 200 New Staff Glasgow will spend £7 million more on cleaning. The city will create new local cleansing teams, hire more staff to handle rats, and employ night…
Wirral Council allocates £1M to support controversial parking charges in coastal areas, despite concerns and criticism. Wirral Invests £1 Million In Parking Charges Equipment Costs Wirral approved new parking meter funding, borrowing £1 million for the plan that puts parking charges in coastal areas, affecting 22 free car parks and roads. All parties supported the…
Council approves a 4.99% tax hike, including a 2% social care levy. Band D properties will see a £79.83 annual bill increase. Gloucestershire Council Tax Rise Approved as Bills Increase for Locals Your council tax might increase this April. The county council approved a budget increase despite being financially stable. A near five percent council…
Councillors approve a 2.99% council tax increase, rent increases, and £15.8m in cuts amidst funding debates. Northumberland Council Tax Rise Approved with Rent Increases and Cuts Northumberland councillors agreed on the new budget. This decision sparked debate about national issues. Council tax and social housing rents will increase in April. They also agreed to cut…