📢 Attention Bridgend Residents! Council Tax Alert 🚨
Bridgend County Borough might see a council tax rise of 4.95% starting this April. This is part of a new budget plan aiming for a net revenue of £403 million dedicated to crucial services, including education, social care, refuse collection, and highway maintenance. 🏫🛣️♻️
Following last December’s Welsh Government settlement, funding is up by 4.6%, bringing an extra £5 million to the coffers. If approved, we could see allocations like £167 million for education and youth, £127 million for social services, and £35 million for community initiatives. 📊
These changes will undergo scrutiny soon, including reviews of council structure and assets. The aim? Protect front-line services and support the vulnerable—with no savings targets for schools next year! 🏫🙌
Cllr Hywel Williams, the man with the budget plan, remarked that despite the financial hurdles, they’re pleased with the funding boost, lessening the year’s financial gap. With council tax covering only 20% of the budget, the Welsh Government’s support is king! 👑
Public consultation is open, so don’t miss your chance to weigh in! Have your say online until 27th January. Let’s make voices heard, Bridgend! 💬🗓️
Keep an eye out for the cabinet’s discussion on 13th January. Final decisions are set for late February. Stay engaged!
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