East Lothian is the first Scottish council to approve a tax rise. The tax increase will fund key public services. East Lothian First to Back Council Tax Rise in Scotland East Lothian Council approved their new budget. Labour, the SNP, and others supported it. Only Conservatives opposed the plan, even though they were in talks.…
East Lothian council is the first in Scotland to raise tax by 10%. The budget passed with cross-party support. East Lothian Council Approves 10 Percent Council Tax Increase East Lothian Council approved a tax increase, becoming the first Scottish council to do so. The tax is set to rise by ten percent. Different political parties,…
Flintshire Council approves changes to Ring and Ride to manage budget. More fees and stricter rules applied. Flintshire Council Approves Changes for Ring and Ride Service This transport service helps people get around. It started in 2017. Over 1,000 residents have used it, as they can’t easily use buses. The service is very popular now.…
Gwynedd’s council approved an 8.66% council tax increase to protect services. Final decision on the budget is set for March 6. Gwynedd Council Approves 8.66 Percent Council Tax Increase Plan Gwynedd residents might see a higher council tax. It could go up by 8.66 percent next year. The council approved this idea in principle after…
Edinburgh council considers a 10% tax with SNP, Greens, Labour, Tories, and Lib Dems negotiating budget priorities. Edinburgh Faces Council Tax Hike Amidst Budget Negotiations Edinburgh Council will decide its budget soon. No party has enough votes alone, so they need to agree on a plan. The SNP wants to focus on education, roads, and…
SNP budget protects key services in North Ayrshire. Arran Centre, Rangers, and Libraries are all safe! North Ayrshire SNP Reveals Budget Prioritizing Local Services A group has a budget plan ready. It includes saving key local services. The Arran Outdoor Centre will stay open. Eglinton Park rangers will keep their jobs. All public libraries will…
The council approved an 8.76% tax precept rise. Residents will pay 79p more monthly for local services. Caldicot Council Approves 8.76 Percent Council Tax Precept Increase The council approved a new budget at a meeting held January 14. Residents will see an 8.76 percent increase as a result. A local council precept is a community…
Council proposes £4 million to fix potholes and further support vulnerable children and homelessness services. Devon Council Considers £4 Million Road Repair Investment Devon may get more money for road repairs. Councillors approved budget ideas on February 14. The ruling Cabinet proposed extra funds for roads and want £4 million more in 2025/26. They might…
Cheshire fire authority approves a £5 council tax rise for Band D homes to address budget pressures and maintain services. Cheshire Fire Authority Approves £5 Council Tax Increase for Homes Cheshire’s fire authority needed a balanced budget. They set their budget for 2025/26 at £59.23 million, covering fire and rescue across Cheshire. Council tax for…
Council drops proposal to shut Caerleon Town Hall after residents voice concerns over budget cuts. Caerleon Town Hall Closure Plan Scrapped Following Public Outcry Newport Council will review community centers and libraries. The review relates to the 2025/26 budget, putting Caerleon’s town hall and library at risk since the town hall is a listed building.…