Local authorities in Scotland will vote on council tax increases this month, despite the SNP government's claim of providing a fair funding deal. While some councils, like Glasgow City Council, are considering smaller hikes, others, such as North Lanarkshire, are grappling with significant funding gaps and exploring higher rises. The Record reports that town hall bosses believe years of under-investment continue to impact services.
The SNP Government has insisted they have provided a fair funding deal and council umbrella group COSLA is more content than in previous years.
Despite this, the Record reports that town hall bosses believe years of under-investment continue to hit services and big rises may be necessary.
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