Wrexham’s social care faces a crisis amid rising poverty, service cuts, and increasing demand, leading to budget overspends. Wrexham Social Care Overwhelmed by Rising Poverty and Service Cuts Wrexham’s children’s social care budget increased substantially. It went from £15 million to £45 million in five years. Rhian Thomas, who runs Children’s Services, explained that poverty…
Herts County Council faces a potential £24.4m overspend despite savings. Meeting set to decide on budget adjustments. Hertfordshire Council Faces £24.4 Million Services Overspend The county council set a budget of over £1.1 billion. This budget covers services like social care and roads. It also includes fire services. A recent report shows a possible £24.4…
Senior councillors suggest a tax rise and service cuts to save £3M. Full council vote scheduled for February 24. Calderdale Budget: Councillors Finalize Tax and Service Recommendations The council made one change after hearing feedback. The full Council will vote on it February 24. They suggest a Council tax rise of nearly five per cent.…
Wrexham councillors face scrutiny over a £6.9m shortfall in the Social Care budget, prompting efforts to find savings. Wrexham Councillors Probed Over £6.9m Social Care Budget Pressure Wrexham Council faces budget issues. Social care has a £6.9 million problem. This was predicted on November 30th. Councillors are trying to fix it, hoping for £5.4 million…
Laura Cooper wins an award for her work helping customers feel safe and happy, praised as an “angel on Earth.” Community Supporter Laura Cooper Wins Belong Champion Compassion Award Laura Cooper got a Compassion Award. She works for Belong at Home Warrington and helps customers a lot, making sure they get good care. The judges…
Councils’ agency spending soars amid staffing crisis. Social care is a significant factor, leading to increased costs. North West Councils Face Rising Agency Costs Due to Staffing Crisis Councils in the North West are using more agency workers. This costs more than hiring permanent staff. BBC research looked into council spending. They found big increases…