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The news that nine in ten councils across England are being forced to impose the maximum council tax hike is a bitter pill for hardworking families, pensioners, and small businesses already grappling with higher outgoings from Labour's budget.
These soaring council tax increases come at a time when inflation is already driving up household food bills. Families are facing rising costs at the supermarket, higher mortgage rates and Labour's jobs tax is leading to higher costs for councils.
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But instead of offering relief, Labour has doubled down on its tax-and-spend approach, squeezing people’s finances while stifling economic growth.
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It is especially shocking to hear that Angela Rayner has allowed many councils to increase their rate beyond the 5% cap without a referendum. Lib Dem run Somerset, and Windsor & Maidenhead councils, as well as Labour run Trafford and Birmingham City councils are all in this category which has left many thinking that Angela Rayner will only reward councils who live beyond their means.
It doesn’t stop at council tax. Labour's introduction of the jobs tax and higher business rates levied on small businesses and pubs, means the Government are attacking the very backbone of our communities. Pubs, vital social hubs in towns and villages, are being hit with higher taxes leaving many on the brink of closure.
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To make matters worse, Labour has taken the disgraceful decision to strip pensioners of the Winter Fuel Allowance. So we now have a situation where some of the most vulnerable members of society are going to be forced to pay more council tax so that Labour can reward the poor financial decisions of bankrupt councils.
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Conservative run councils have always delivered better services for less money and on average have lower rates on Band D council tax bills.
We believe in keeping taxes low so that families can thrive, businesses can grow and communities can prosper. Labour’s relentless tax hikes are an attack on aspiration and hard work and voters will remember who stood up for their interests come the elections in May.
It’s time to stop punishing success, reward responsibility and give hardworking Brits the financial breathing space they deserve.