A new fund aids renewable projects like solar panels, aiming to cut emissions and lower resident energy bills.
A Community Energy Fund (CEF) will help locals. People can start renewable projects with this money. Think solar panels or even wind turbines. The goal is to cut carbon emissions in the area. It should also make energy bills smaller.
Funding some tough choices made last year. They had to deal with past government underfunding. The Community Energy Fund is part of wider investments. It is for improving life for all residents here.
The budget has money for roads.
They are putting aside £1.6 million for repairs. A million pounds goes to council tax help too. Plus, they’re giving £820,000 to fix play centers. More funding is for street safety. They plan to spend £680,000 there.
Kids are getting more emotional support. This involves £200,000 for wellbeing hubs. Also, £1.7 million will help kids with special needs. The budget helps kids. It also helps young people with £12 million.
Older folks get care improvements with £20 million. Over £2 million helps disabled people at home. The council is raising council tax by 4.99%. They will offer support for people who struggle. Advice centers are also available in the borough.