Somerset Council’s interim chief financial officer, Clive Heaphy, has confirmed that the council is “not in the territory” of declaring effective bankruptcy within the next 12 months. However, balancing the budget remains a …
North Somerset Council has received government approval to raise council tax by 8.99% starting this April, a significant increase above the typical cap of 4.99%. The council had applied for permission to increase it by up to …
Shane Williams and Sarah Camden, both 29, grew fed up with their demanding nine-to-five roles—Shane as an estate agent and Sarah in banking—that saw them working a combined 90 hours per week with precious little time …
Somerset Council has postponed its annual budget-setting full council meeting due to delays in receiving funding details from central government. This marks the third consecutive year the council faces uncertainty over …
A disabled man from Taunton is set to challenge Somerset Council in the High Court over changes to its council tax reduction scheme, which he claims are discriminatory and irrational. The council amended its scheme in …
As March 11—the legal deadline for all UK local authorities to set their budgets—draws near, Somerset Council is tackling a complex financial situation. Councils must balance their books annually, often relying on council tax …
Every January, the phrase ‘New Year, New Me’ inspires many to focus on improving their health and fitness after the festive indulgences. But while commitments to the gym and cleaner eating are common, the financial impact of …
Every January, the phrase “New Year, New Me” buzzes around as people focus on fitness and healthier living following festive indulgences. But while many invest in gym memberships and better food choices, few consider the …
Somerset residents should prepare for higher council tax bills this spring, although the council has yet to finalize the amount of the increase. Somerset Council is currently engaged in detailed negotiations with central …
Somerset residents can expect an increase in their council tax bills this spring, although the final amount remains undecided. Somerset Council is currently in detailed negotiations with the central government to finalize its …
Senior councillors of North Somerset Council have firmly dismissed demands that they all resign as the authority grapples with a looming financial crisis, including an exceptional council tax increase. Council leader Mike …
On Tuesday 23 December, the government announced a significant increase in the Agricultural and Business Property Relief (ABPR) thresholds. Starting from April 2026, the individual threshold will rise from £1 million to £2.5 …
Somerset Council is grappling with a severe financial crisis, facing a staggering £73 million budget gap that threatens its future viability. Councillors and auditors alike have warned that without urgent action, the council …
Somerset Council is confronting a severe financial crisis, with an estimated £73 million budget shortfall raising fears of a “lingering death,” according to councillors and auditors. The authority recently launched a …
Somerset Council is confronting a severe financial crisis, with an alarming £73 million budget gap threatening its sustainability, according to councillors and external auditors. Despite recent budget proposals that include …