“London Labour Council Warns 150% Council Tax Hike Possible Amid Funding Crisis” — what this page in the network covers. Hammersmith and Fulham, a flagship Labour council in London, has warned it may need to increase council tax by up to 150% to maintain services, citing the 'biggest financial challenge in living memory' due to government funding cuts. The proposed rise would cost Band D households an extra £29.11 per week in 2027/28, according to a cabinet report due Monday. The council argues that the new funding settlement leaves it with a significant budget gap, forcing difficult choices between tax increases and service reductions.
This warning highlights the growing financial pressure on local authorities across England, particularly in urban areas facing higher demand for social care and housing. If implemented, such a dramatic increase would be unprecedented and could spark backlash from residents already struggling with cost-of-living pressures. This listing links straight to the original page, where the content is available in full.