George McGuire

East Lothian Approves 6.5% Rent Increase for Council House Tenants

East Lothian Approves 6.5% Rent Increase for Council House Tenants

East Lothian councillors unanimously backed a 6.5% rent rise for tenants, despite some wanting a larger increase. East Lothian Approves 6.5% Rent Increase for Council House Tenants East Lothian councillors agreed on a rent increase. The rise is 6.5% for council house tenants. Some councillors wanted an even bigger increase. The council house rent will…

East Lothian Council Approves 10 Percent Council Tax Increase

East Lothian Council Approves 10 Percent Council Tax Increase

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,…