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flag Worcestershire County Council faces a £98M education funding shortfall, projected to rise to £184M, prompting a rare UK-wide financial warning.

flag Worcestershire County Council has been issued a rare statutory warning over its education finances, with auditors reporting a Dedicated Schools Grant deficit that soared to £98 million in 2024/25—nearly double the previous year—and is projected to hit £184 million by 2025/26, exceeding reserves. flag The council is the only one in the UK receiving this formal warning due to inadequate mitigation efforts. flag Auditors called the situation “the most serious and concerning,” urging a robust recovery plan. flag Officials cite delayed government funding and past financial decisions, while political leaders blame underfunding and low council tax, warning of potential tax increases. flag The council also faces a £33.6 million funding gap and £750 million in debt.

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