Council tax in Glasgow will increase by 7.5%, funding new cleansing jobs and expanded services. Glasgow Council Tax Rises 7.5% Creating Over 200 Cleansing Jobs Glasgow’s council tax will increase by 7.5%. This happened after the SNP and Greens agreed on a budget, and more than 200 new cleansing jobs will be available. The city…
Rhondda Cynon Taf council plans to invest £16M in roads, parks, and leisure improvements in 2025/2026. RCT Council Invests £16M in Key Projects for a Better Future RCT plans to spend extra money next year. The council wants to improve local areas, and they’ll spend about £16 million more in 2025/2026. This will cover roads,…
£30M will be invested in parks, playgrounds, and leisure centres. The council aims for healthier, accessible facilities. South London Parks and Leisure Centres Set for £30M Improvement Plan Wandsworth wants to invest in local leisure. They plan to spend £30 million over five years. This will improve parks, playgrounds, and leisure centers. The total investment…
New research names Lincoln top for first-time buyers, based on affordability & quality of life factors. Lincoln Crowned UK’s Best City for First Time Home Buyers Affordability New research says Lincoln is great for first-time buyers. Buying your first place is a huge deal. People think about lots of things, and price matters most to…
Litter bin removals and reduced street cleaning are part of £8 million savings. Councillor fears decline. Council Cuts Threaten Towns Decline With Litter Bin Removals A council in Wales needs to save money. They want to cut services to save £8 million. Changes may impact local towns. The council needs to save £2.3 million from…
Edinburgh residents will face rising costs for almost all council services, including burials and parking. Edinburgh Council Hikes Prices Across Services From Parking to Burials Edinburgh’s council considers raising many service fees. These changes impact cremations, parking, and more. The Labour administration included these costs in budget plans. Almost all services will likely cost more,…