Birmingham faces a budget shortfall. A lower-than-anticipated tax increase leaves a £12.5 million gap, requiring urgent government assistance. Birmingham City Council Struggles to Cover £12.5 Million Gap After Tax Decision Birmingham council planned a bigger tax increase, wanting to raise council tax by 9.99 percent. The government only allowed a 7.5 percent rise. This left…
West Midlands residents will see higher taxes for policing despite a budget increase, as government grants fail to cover officer losses and rising costs. West Midlands Taxpayers to Pay More for Less Policing, Council Tax to Rise West Midlands residents face higher taxes for policing. Tax bills will go up next year. The Police and…
Birmingham faces more budget cuts amounting to £150 million, and a 7.5% council tax rise in 2025/26, continuing from their prior bankruptcy. Birmingham Council Crisis Continues: More Cuts Confirmed in Another Painful Budget Birmingham City Council declared bankruptcy nearly a year and a half ago. This event caused much trouble. They cut local services and…
Birmingham unveils a tough budget with £148m cuts and a 7.5% council tax rise, deeply affecting adult care, children’s services, and bin collections. Birmingham Budget: £148 Million of Cuts and 7.5% Council Tax Rise Unveiled Birmingham faces big budget problems. They plan £148 million in cuts. Council tax will go up 7.5%. This will be…
Birmingham faces tough choices with £150 million in savings planned for 2025/26. A 7.5% tax increase and service cuts are on the way. Birmingham Budget Cuts: Ten Ways Your Street Could Be Impacted by the Changes Birmingham City Council is still struggling financially. They declared bankruptcy in 2023 and have now released their second budget…
Birmingham residents express frustration as bin workers announce new strike dates, impacting waste collection and prompting discussions on council tax and pay cuts. Everyone Is Saying The Same Thing As Bin Workers Announce Extra Strike Dates Birmingham: Residents are upset about ongoing bin strikes. They’re venting their frustrations online. Unite the Union announced new strike…
Birmingham City Council will raise council tax by 7.5% this year, despite seeking a higher increase. The government approved only a limited rise due to financial issues. Birmingham Council Tax Set to Increase by 7.5% After Government Denies Larger Hike Birmingham: The city council will raise council tax by 7.5% this year. This is one…
UK households on DWP benefits may qualify for council tax discounts, saving up to £2,000 annually as costs rise. Households on alert for £2,000 DWP benefit that could land in bank accounts Sandwell: UK households on DWP benefits can cut monthly costs with council tax discounts. If you have a low income, check if you…
Bristol faces a £2.6 million loss in council tax due to student exemptions, sparking calls for change from local residents and officials. Bristol Residents Urge Action as Students Cost City £2.6M in Lost Tax Revenue Bristol: The city is feeling the pinch from its growing student population. This year, the council is missing out on…
South Gloucestershire residents face a 4.99% council tax increase despite strong opposition during public consultations, raising concerns about future financial stability. South Gloucestershire Council Tax Set for 4.99% Hike Amid Resident Opposition South Gloucestershire: The council is planning to raise council tax by 4.99% starting in April. This increase will push the Band D household…