Government urged by Leicestershire CC to ‘tackle big issues’ for local government funding
A firm grip on finances in the face of spiralling costs, is why Leicestershire County Council hasn’t hit crisis point, says the authority as it publishes a new budget plan. The four-year proposals reveal rapidly rising demand for services, and inflation, are increasing costs by £217m, compared to expected extra income and savings of £122m. […]
West Northamptonshire Council looking to invest to save, earn and enhance
Next year’s budget will see West Northamptonshire Council invest an additional £30m in capital funding on a range of projects, some of which will help reduce costs and generate income to support services in future years, the council said. Other schemes set to move forward in the year ahead will help tackle speeding in rural […]
