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flag Wiltshire Council misses out on major funding, faces financial strain despite small increase tied to tax hikes.

flag Wiltshire Council faces financial pressure after missing out on major funding in the government’s £78 billion local government settlement, which prioritized urban areas. flag While a 5.7% increase in core spending power was reported, it largely depends on council tax rises, limiting flexibility. flag Council leader Cllr Ian Thorn highlighted that rural challenges in adult social care, children’s services, and special educational needs are not reflected in the funding formula, calling for fairer, long-term reform. flag Meanwhile, the council has secured £3.1 million in government funding to improve active travel infrastructure, including footpaths, cycle lanes, and junctions, over four years to support safer, greener travel across the county.

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