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Cheshire East Council looks to issue huge tax hike without having to ask residents

Cheshire East Council looks to issue huge tax hike without having to ask residents


Published on 2025-01-14 09:00:44 - MSN
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  • The council has applied to the Government for special dispensation to increase the council tax above its usual limit without having to hold a referendum

Cheshire East Council is considering implementing a significant council tax increase of up to 10% without the need for a local referendum, following new government proposals. This move comes as part of a broader initiative to allow councils facing financial difficulties to raise taxes to cover increased costs and service demands. The council, which has been dealing with a £10.1 million overspend, is looking at this tax hike as a means to avoid declaring bankruptcy. The government's consultation on these changes, which would also affect other councils, is set to conclude by February 15, 2024. This potential tax increase has sparked concerns among residents about the affordability of such hikes, especially in light of the ongoing cost of living crisis.

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