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Bury Council seeks £20.3m government support for financial gap

1 report, 1 independent Updated Oct 8
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Bury Council is seeking government support to cover a £20.3m financial gap for the 2027/28 financial year. The council stated that its use of reserves is not sustainable, and the forecast budget gap has increased from £13.9m to £20.3m. This increase is primarily attributed to greater and more complex demand for social care and rising costs for providing that care.

From burytimes.co.uk

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The council warned that residents may face difficult decisions, including service changes, new charges, and higher council tax bills. The financial pressure is affecting local authorities across the country, driven by rising demand for social care and increasing wage and borrowing costs.

From burytimes.co.uk

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  • RadcliffeThe local council in Radcliffe seeking financial support
  • governmentThe central government being approached for Exceptional Financial Support

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