London councils face billions-pound budget crisis by 2030

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 22 Sept, 22:33

London's 33 councils face a collective budget shortfall of £5.2 billion by 2030, analysis shows.

The analysis suggests all of London's local authorities are under severe financial strain. One north London council is reported to be on track for the biggest budget deficit among London councils, with the crisis potentially leading to service cuts and higher council tax bills.

How it is being reported

• London boroughs teeter on brink of bankruptcy: Millions warned of service cuts as council tax bills soarEvening Standard · 22 Sept, 12:28
• North London council could end up with huge budget deficit damning report warnsMyLondon · 21 Sept, 06:30

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