Ludlow Town Council sets out budget including near 10 per cent rise in council tax precept
A Shropshire town council has set out its budget priorities, which includes nearly a 10 per cent rise in its share of council tax.
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At a meeting this week, Ludlow Town Council set a budget and spending plans for 2025/26.
The town council said it has only increased fees where necessary to match supplier increases and has not increased the fees for the vast majority of its services so that it can continue to support businesses trading on the market, and to provide accessible facilities for local families.
In a statement the council said: "Ludlow Town Council has been mindful of the need to balance the impact of a precept rise on the local community with prudent financial planning.
"The budget provides a 9.8 per cent increase [to the council tax precept], which is an annual increase of £22.75 for residents in a band D property. The weekly increase is 44 pence."
The council said funding will support many local priorities including supporting Ludlow Junior Youth Club and investing in youth services, organising community events for families, safeguarding Ludlow Museum, providing community grants, installing and refurbishing bus shelters, maintaining community open spaces, safeguarding historic buildings, and strengthening the council’s approach to biodiversity and net zero carbon.
