By Council tax may increase under council’s ‘most challenging budget’ yet
Council taxpayers may end up paying nearly three per cent more under the council’s proposed budget for the 2022/23 financial year.
North East Lincolnshire Council said that the draft is one of the most ‘challenging budgets of our lifetime’ as they struggle with Covid pressures and rising social care costs.
The cabinet will meet next week to discuss the potential 1.8% increase for council tax, which will pay for services such as bin collections and education.
There is currently a £700,000 gap between the proposed spending plan for next year and the expected resources.
However, there has been an increase in Type D equivalent properties which will see a boost in finances.
Councillor Stan Shreeve, deputy leader and portfolio holder for Finance, Resources and Assets, said: “This is one of the most challenging budgets of our lifetime, with the effects of the pandemic still being felt across our communities.
“The draft budget and medium-term financial plan set out how the Council will continue to deliver it’s core services in the coming year and into the future.
“Council tax pays for things that benefit everyone, from bin collections to street lighting. Adult social care and services for children and families are among our highest priorities, and these areas account for two-thirds of our budget.
“We have seen an increase in the number of properties expected to pay council tax and this is an indication that the area is growing and it means that the Council is likely to be able to draw more income in the future, meaning more can be spent on vital services.
“These draft proposals are open for public consultation, and people can read through the papers and have their say by visiting our website.”
