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Almost 50 new cuts or savings to be discussed at meeting of Council bosses

Council bosses have proposed almost 50 cuts or money-generating measures in a bid to reduce its overspend by more than £33 million. Raising almost £600,000...

Sunderland City Council warns of ‘tough decisions’ over £18 million ‘funding gap’ for 2025/26

City leaders on Wearside have warned that “tough decisions” are needed around council spending next year, as Sunderland City Council faces an £18 million...

£1.3m cash boost for Kirklees Council to help tackle housing crisis

Kirklees Council is set to receive a £1.3m government cash boost to help tackle the housing crisis. The funds are part of the larger £68m investment...

Redbridge Council prepares for budget cuts amid ‘unsustainable’ financial position

Redbridge Council is eyeing cuts to its children’s centres and family services over the coming years to avoid financial doom. The council is currently projecting...
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Teesside airport celebrates first pre-tax profit in a decade despite ongoing challenges

The managing director of Teesside Airport has spoken of the “monumental achievement” of its first pre-tax profits in over a decade – but admitted...

Further £2.7m cost-of-living support available to residents facing ‘financial hardship’

Thousands of households are urged to apply for a cost of living support grant of up to £500 before applications close at the end...

Whipps Cross rebuild ‘must remain a priority’ amid major spending cuts, councils say

Concerned council officials say the redevelopment of Whipps Cross Hospital must remain a priority amid major cuts to public services. Plans to rebuild the hospital...

Council calls for “fairer” Council Tax system as Kirklees residents ‘lose out’

Kirklees Council is calling for a “fairer” Council Tax system for its residents, as families in average Kirklees homes are said to pay more...

Culture of Kirklees Council called into question over fears millions-of-pounds are being lost due to “inaction”

The culture of cash-strapped Kirklees Council has been called into question amid fears that millions-of-pounds are being lost due to “inaction”. Councillors at the latest...

An independent report had recommended additional pay for a series of positions at the City of London, for a combined cost of £769,000.

The ‘political leader’ of the City of London Corporation is potentially in line for a £90,000 pay bump, after members agreed to progress plans...

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