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Bromley Council Scraps £250k Welfare Fund Amidst Backlash

Bromley Council Scraps £250k Welfare Fund Amidst Backlash

Bromley axes a £250k fund for vulnerable residents, sparking anger as it impacts low-income families needing essential items. Bromley Council Scraps £250k Welfare Fund Amidst Backlash The council voted to stop funding the financial support fund. This happened on January 22, 2025. This fund helps about 400 low-income families each year. They get things like…

Council Budget Meeting Faces Criticism Amid Tax Rise and Service Cuts

Council Budget Meeting Faces Criticism Amid Tax Rise and Service Cuts

Council facing criticism at budget meeting. Tax rises plus service cuts are on the cards. Reserves to be used. Council Budget Meeting Faces Criticism Amid Tax Rise and Service Cuts The council will likely raise council tax by 4.99%. Officials say they need to use £5 million from reserves. This increase adds about £92.18 yearly…