Hammersmith and Fulham warns of possible 150% council tax rise

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 3 Oct, 12:31 · Archive

Hammersmith and Fulham council says it may raise council tax by 150% to cope with government funding cuts.

Hammersmith and Fulham council's cabinet has concluded in a report that a 150% council tax rise may be necessary to sustain existing services as the authority faces central government funding cuts. The increase would cost Band D households an additional £29.11 a week in 2027/28. The council has described this as the 'biggest financial challenge in living memory' under the new funding settlement.

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Labour-run London borough considers UK's biggest ever council tax riseEvening Standard · 3 Oct, 12:11
London Labour council warns it may raise council tax by 150%The Guardian · 3 Oct, 07:00

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