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Somerset Council seeks £73M in extra funds, considering a 10.99% tax hike and service fee increases amid budget crisis.
Somerset Council faces a £73 million budget shortfall for 2026/27, prompting talks with the government for extra funding.
A council tax rise of up to 10.99% is under consideration—exceeding the usual 4.99% cap without a referendum—partly to cover adult social care costs.
The council also plans to increase fees for services like marriage licenses and garden waste bins, boost revenue from commercial operations, and allow local councils to raise taxes without limits.
Final decisions are expected after a February 25, 2026, meeting, though outcomes remain uncertain.
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El Consejo de Somerset busca 73 millones de libras en fondos adicionales, considerando una subida de impuestos del 10,99% y aumentos en las tarifas de servicio en medio de la crisis presupuestaria.