After millions were slapped with inflation-busting bills, struggling households will have to pay record amounts of council tax this year. Homes across England face paying an average of £2,280 after almost all town halls increased the tax by the maximum 5 percent allowed, official figures confirmed yesterday. It means rates for a standard Band DContinue reading “The Council Tax Soars, But The Service Is RUBBISH”
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Is There Going To Be A Reduction In The Frequency With Which Your Bin Will Be Emptied?
Within weeks, millions of taxpayers may see their rubbish collections slashed to once a month as a result of numerous councils that are struggling financially. New data has shown that 42 councils in the UK – more than one in 10 – are considering reducing their waste collection services to save money. If all recommendationsContinue reading “Is There Going To Be A Reduction In The Frequency With Which Your Bin Will Be Emptied?”
Bankrupt Labour-Run Local Authorities Threaten To Hike Council Tax To Balance Their Books By Turning Off Streetlights And Cutting Bin Collections
Residents of Birmingham will see significant increases in council taxes along with reduced services as the “bankrupt” town hall joins a growing number of local governments in their financial crunch. City councillors are set to vote on a ‘devastating’ package that would see taxes rise nearly 10 percent in each of the next two years—aroundContinue reading “Bankrupt Labour-Run Local Authorities Threaten To Hike Council Tax To Balance Their Books By Turning Off Streetlights And Cutting Bin Collections “