Somerset finances ‘fragile’ ahead of council tax decision

Somerset Council has warned it remains in a fragile financial position with its high-needs deficit a critical concern as the authority awaits a government decision on whether it can exceed the council tax threshold.

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The authority is seeking ministerial permission to increase the tax by more than the 4.99% limit, arguing that historic tax freezes have left rates

Somerset finances ‘fragile’ ahead of council tax decision

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