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A £250 tax bombshell? Fears mount over the cost of mega councils

A £250 tax bombshell? Fears mount over the cost of mega councils

Concern has been expressed that taxpayers could count the cost of new mega councils after analysis shows that the existing largest local authorities have the highest council tax bills. Residents living in council areas with populations of more than 500,000 have an...
DCN responds to the Fair Funding Review

DCN responds to the Fair Funding Review

The District Councils’ Network has responded to the Government’s Fair Funding Review 2.0 consultation. We support the aim of better matching councils’ resources to their needs. But we are concerned the proposed changes will mean real-terms spending cuts...
‘Small unitary councils can boost children’s services’

‘Small unitary councils can boost children’s services’

Proximity to place helps support children and families, says new report as council reorganisation looms Smaller councils can have a “natural advantage” in bringing about the close, connected communities which give children the best possible start in life. This is the...