London Labour council warns it may raise council tax by 150%

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Hammersmith and Fulham council says it may need to raise council tax by as much as 150% to preserve current services after central government funding cuts. The proposed increase would add £29.11 per week to the bill for a Band D household in 2027/28.

Hammersmith and Fulham says it faces ‘biggest financial challenge in living memory’ as government cuts bite A flagship Labour authority has warned it may have to impose a 150% council tax rise on residents to maintain current services following central government cuts under a new funding settlement. Hammersmith and Fulham council’s cabinet has concluded in a report due to be published on Monday that such a rise would cost Band D households an additional £29.11 a week in 2027/28. Continue reading...