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Blackpool to receive 9.1 per cent increase in annual government settlement

The article from MSN discusses Blackpool Council's financial allocation for the upcoming year, highlighting a significant increase in its government settlement. Blackpool is set to receive a 9.1% increase in its annual government funding, which amounts to an additional £6.1 million, bringing the total to £73.8 million. This increase is part of a broader government initiative to support local councils, particularly those with social care responsibilities, amidst rising costs and economic challenges. The funding aims to help the council manage services like social care, which has seen increased demand, and to address issues like homelessness and children's services. The article also notes that this uplift comes at a time when local authorities are facing financial strain due to inflation and other economic pressures.

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[ https://www.msn.com/en-gb/politics/government/blackpool-to-receive-9-1-per-cent-increase-in-annual-government-settlement/ar-AA1w9MZB ]