Welsh councils face a £550M funding gap, risking tax hikes and service cuts in 2025-26.
Welsh councils face a funding shortfall of over £550 million for 2025-26, with Swansea receiving extra funds but still planning to raise taxes. Wrexham's leader warns of potential tax hikes and service cuts due to insufficient funding. Newport proposes a 6.7% tax increase. Charities like Tenovus face additional costs from national insurance rises, potentially leading to service cuts. The budget faces criticism for not addressing service gaps and funding needs.
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