Demonstrators rally against budget cuts fearing impact on vulnerable groups and vital services in Edinburgh. Edinburgh Budget Meeting Faces Protest Over Potential Service Cuts Hey, guess what’s happening in Edinburgh? Protesters gathered as councillors discussed the budget. Cuts could hurt vulnerable people, they said. The meeting happened to decide the budget for next year. Unison,…
Council approves a 10% tax hike, citing funding gaps. Band D properties will pay £135 more annually. Scottish Borders Residents Face Ten Percent Council Tax Increase Hey, guess what I just read? Council tax is going up by 10%! They decided this at a council meeting. The council tax in the area is pretty low…
Council must cut £23m in services, raise council tax, and end free parking to avoid a section 114 notice next year. Waltham Forest Facing £23 Million Cuts to Avert Bankruptcy Waltham Forest Council faces big budget issues. They need to cut £23 million next year. This will prevent serious financial problems. The 2025/26 budget includes…
A Warrington library faces potential closure due to proposed council budget cuts for 2025-26, Lib Dems say. Warrington Library at Risk of Closure Say Liberal Democrats The Labour authority plans some big savings. Their budget proposal for 2025-26 totals £208.045 million. This budget includes £30.4 million in savings. The council propose several ways to save…
Norfolk County Council approves a 4.99% council tax rise alongside £45.3 million in savings across key services. Norfolk Council Approves Cuts and Council Tax Increase for Residents Norfolk County Council finalized its new budget. It passed at a long meeting. Council tax will increase 4.99 percent. This rise means Band D property owners pay £1,755.63.…
Is Cheshire East’s mayoral role still needed, considering budget pressures, town mayors, and potential regional leadership? Cheshire East Mayor: Is the Ceremonial Role Still Necessary? The local council faces serious money problems right now. Many towns already have their very own mayors. Does Cheshire East really need to keep its mayor too? This question actually…
Funds are still short despite Welsh Government boost. Cuts are needed impacting Gwynedd Services. Gwynedd Council Finances Improve Slightly But Remain in ‘Poor’ State Gwynedd Council’s money situation is now “very poor.” The council received more money than expected, but they still have a big budget problem. Last week, the cabinet talked about £519,000 in…
Norfolk council faces backlash for cutting £2m from its homelessness budget amidst rising concerns and potential impact. Norfolk Council Faces Criticism over Deep £2 Million Homelessness Cut Norfolk plans £45m in cuts. The council will decide Tuesday. They aim to cut housing support by £2m as part of their cost-saving measures. The housing support budget…
West Berkshire Council requests government help amid budget woes. What exceptional financial support entails for local services? West Berkshire Seeks Financial Support What Does It Really Mean West Berkshire Council needs financial help and has asked the government for support, as councils must balance their budgets each year. More councils now need help, with many…
Council rejects funding to save Cefn Fforest leisure centre. Closures planned for cost savings. Cefn Fforest Leisure Centre Future Uncertain Amid Funding Concerns The council committee discussed Cefn Fforest Leisure Centre. Members debated radical ideas from Kevin Etheridge involving privatization or using council funds, but the vote was close, and his plans failed. Shane Williams…