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Worcestershire County Council pledges 5% tax cap amid budget shortfall

1 report, 1 independent Updated Oct 1
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Worcestershire County Council leader Matt Jenkins pledged that council tax will not rise by more than five percent this year. This pledge comes as the council begins setting its 2027/28 balanced budget and must close an £85m funding gap.

From cotswoldjournal.co.uk

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The council forecasts an £8m overspend in 2026/27, largely due to increasing social care costs. The pledge limits revenue, while the cost of core services, including highways and schools, is expected to rise by £47m.

From cotswoldjournal.co.uk

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  • WorcestershireSpeculative

    Residents of Worcestershire might face cuts to local services due to the revenue limits imposed by the tax cap.

  • Department for TransportSpeculative

    The Department for Transport might see financial constraints limit the council's ability to secure operational funding.

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