Council tax will increase so the Fire Authority can invest in services and restore lost grant money in Shropshire. Shropshire Council Tax to Rise Following Fire Authority Vote The Shropshire & Wrekin Fire Authority met this week. They set a total budget of £30 million. Councillors will get a 2.5 percent allowance increase, adding hundreds…
East Lothian councillors may agree to a 10% tax increase despite more funds. Further rises could follow for four years. East Lothian Council Considers 10 Percent Council Tax Increase East Lothian Council might raise council tax by 10%. This vote happens next week, even with more money from Scotland. Further 5% rises could follow for…
Council proposes a 10% council tax rise. It aims to protect local services and invest in future community projects. Scottish Borders Council Considers Ten Percent Council Tax Rise The local council shared its financial plans for 2025/26. These plans include a council tax increase of ten percent. The tax money supports local services and projects.…
New parking charges pitched for south Warrington only, affecting Lymm and Stockton Heath. North review found no need. Warrington Parking Fee Hike Focused South Due to Unique Conditions Some people think Warrington is targeting south residents. This is about new parking fees in Lymm and Stockton Heath. The council says it needs to fix a…
Hyndburn Council debates raising council tax by 2.99%. Lancashire County and Police also eye increases, affecting residents bills. Hyndburn Council Considers Maximum Council Tax Increase for Residents Hyndburn Council might raise council tax, and they will discuss it at a Wednesday cabinet meeting. A typical home’s bill could rise £8.03 a year for 2025/26, for…
Wells City Council takes control of green spaces to protect local services & save Somerset council money. Wells Gains Control of Green Spaces in Somerset Devolution Plan Somerset Council had money troubles last year. They asked towns to manage local services. This would help avoid big budget cuts, as the council faced a large financial…
Council tax will rise to fund Wiltshire Police. Band D properties will pay £14 more per year. Wiltshire Residents to Pay £14 More for Police Through Council Tax The Police budget got approved last Wednesday. This followed Philip Wilkinson’s proposal. He is the Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC). Property taxes will increase to fund the…
Ipswich residents voice concerns over the new £50 annual charge for brown bin collections, fearing increased illegal dumping. Ipswich Residents React to £50 Brown Bin Charge for Garden Waste Ipswich will now charge for brown bin collections. It will cost £50 each year. This new charge impacts borough residents. The council revealed these plans last…
Job cuts are possible at West Mercia Police despite planned council tax increases to address budget gaps. West Mercia Police Job Cuts Loom Despite Council Tax Hike Plans West Mercia Police want to save money. They may cut over 100 jobs, but they must still keep the force running. The police budget for 2025/26 will…