Council tax in County Durham will rise after a narrow vote, as leaders cite financial pressures and differing political views. Durham County Council Approves Council Tax Increase After Close Vote Durham Council’s budget passed yesterday. Some councillors opposed it; fifty-nine councillors voted yes, while fifty-seven voted no. Leaders say finances will be tough, and they…
Wells council offers financial aid to keep the tourist center open amid funding shortages due to rising inflation. Wells Council Steps in to Save Tourist Centre from Funding Crisis Wells Town Council will give money to the tourist center. The council wants to help it stay open. The tourist center is at The Maltings on…
Whitby’s Fish Quay receives £660000 for vital repairs aimed at restoring mooring space and supporting local fishing. Whitby Fish Quay Secures £660000 for Essential Repair Work The council approved money for the Whitby Fish Quay. It’s getting £660,000 for repair work. The quay sits on the west side of Whitby’s harbor. Council leader Carl Les…
The project’s cost is now £215 million. £39 million must be spent by April 2025, but funding has not been secured. North West Relief Road Cost Climbs, Now Estimated at £215 Million The new road project costs £215.12 million in total. They plan to spend £39 million by April 2025. A finance officer said building…
Government confirms £15m for the NRM expansion after a budget review. Project includes a new Central Hall. National Railway Museum Secures £15m Pledge After Funding Fears Hey, guess what I just read? Some interesting local news. It’s about the National Railway Museum in York. They almost lost some serious money! The government had promised them…
Space4Autism, a charity supporting autistic individuals and families, is struggling with funding and may close after twenty years. Charity Space4Autism Faces Possible Closure After Twenty Years Space4Autism faces tough times. This charity helps autistic people plus their families. It might close after twenty years. The charity runs activities and clubs. They have a center in…
Bradford Council allocates additional funds to support the Darley Street Market development. Council Approves Extra Funding for Darley Street Market Project Bradford Council agreed to spend more on the market. The market already had a £31 million budget. Councillors made this decision on Tuesday. They discussed the extra money privately. The public and press weren’t…
£6.2m will enhance Bridgwater buses, subsidize fares, and examine a new transport hub, sans extensive roadworks. Bridgwater Enhances Bus Network Without Major Road Disruptions The council updated its bus plan and secured £6.2m from the government to improve bus services. Infrastructure updates are also planned, along with subsidized fares. Bridgwater may get a new transport…
London’s Met Police lost hundreds of officers after a recruitment drive ended, mirroring a national decrease in officer numbers. London Police See Officer Numbers Drop After Recruitment Drive Ends The Met Police had 710 fewer officers this past year. This data measures from the year to September. A government recruitment drive ended recently. It seems…
East Lothian sees a funding boost, yet remains low in per-person allocation compared to other Scottish regions. East Lothian Faces Funding Disparity Despite Overall Increase Hey, listen to this about East Lothian. The council will get more money from the government, but it’s still less per person than most areas though. East Lothian and Midlothian…