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flag Wiltshire’s council tax to rise nearly 5% in April 2026 due to budget cuts and increased social care costs.

flag Wiltshire council tax will rise by nearly 5% in April 2026, with a 2.99% base increase and a 2% social care levy, raising the average Band D bill to £2,571.78. flag The budget, approved 50-48 after a contentious vote, includes £40 million in new spending focused on adult social care, special educational needs, and waste contracts. flag It also incorporates several Conservative amendments, including delaying a second homes tax and launching a road lane rental scheme. flag Council leader Ian Thorn defended the plan amid concerns over a £5 million shortfall and criticism over service cuts and financial instability.

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