Dudley Council faces a potential £1.5 million increase in costs due to UK budget changes.

Dudley Council's new finance officer, Brendan Arnold, estimates an additional £1.5 million in National Insurance costs due to the UK government's recent budget announcement. The exact financial impact remains uncertain as the government hasn't specified additional funding for councils. Arnold also notes challenges from the minimum wage increase, affecting supplier costs. The council is working on next year's budget to address a predicted £30 million to £35 million shortfall.

November 10, 2024
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