Councils are facing skyrocketing costs to keep services afloat
“In many places districts’ work to make our areas good places to live and thrive could fall victim to inflation, with cultural services, parks, waste collection and planning facing cuts, and regeneration work threatened by rising costs.
Rising fuel costs are a major concern. Significant pressure is expected on waste collection in 94% of councils, 83% expect significant pressure on leisure centres, while building operation and maintenance is expected to come under pressure at 59% of councils. Watford mayor Peter Taylor said:"Local councils are under huge financial pressure but, thanks to years of sensible financial management and sound investments, Watford is in a better position than many others.
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