Council services in Falkirk will almost certainly face more cuts as a “disappointing and concerning” annual grant is on its way from the Scottish Government.
31.12.2021 - 14:25 / dailyrecord.co.uk
The leader of Perth and Kinross Council has revealed taxes will likely be increased and local services axed if the Scottish Government does not renege on its “unacceptable” £371 million real terms cut to funding.
All 32 council leaders in Scotland - including local leader Murray Lyle - have written to the first minister urging a meeting to resolve the dispute, which could lead to a near £10 million shortfall for PKC.
The letter, also addressed to finance secretary Kate Forbes, follows the
Council services in Falkirk will almost certainly face more cuts as a “disappointing and concerning” annual grant is on its way from the Scottish Government.
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