The Accounts Commission has said tough decisions will have to be made in Edinburgh.
A watchdog has warned Edinburgh Council will have to make cuts of over £100m to balance their budget. The Accounts Commission said it is “crucial” the local authority engages with locals when they consider how to make swingeing savings.
They said the £100m savings needed by 2029 requires senior officers and councillors to “work together” to improve performance and reduce costs. The watchdog said the council has “ambitious plans” to borrow money to improve housing and school buildings, but insisted this proposal needs to be “managed carefully”.
“The council has real opportunities, including the potential to raise more income. It shouldn’t use the potential of future income, however, to delay making difficult decisions now as challenges will only intensify.”
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