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The discussion group held on Monday, June 26, delved into the topic of local tax collection. Our esteemed facilitator, Kevin Stewart, skilfully guided the session. Last year’s accomplishments by the councils, despite the challenges…
Read articleOver the past year, local authorities in the UK have exhibited impressive financial performance in terms of tax collection. In the fiscal year 2022-23, local authorities collected a staggering £36.5 billion in council tax,…
Read articleThis week’s discussion group delved into the complex topic of mortgages and inflation in relation to council tax. Overall, there was a consensus that although mortgages and inflation may seem tangential to the administration…
Read articleInflation in the UK has surpassed experts’ predictions, reaching 8.7% in May, higher than the expected 8.3%. This persistent inflationary pressure raises concerns about a potential interest rate hike by the Bank of England,…
Read articleWelcome back to our discussion group! After a short break, we reconvened with renewed enthusiasm to delve into the fascinating topic of Universal Basic Income (UBI). Our conversation revolved around the trials conducted to…
Read articleIn the face of growing economic disparities and financial instability, Universal Basic Income (UBI) is taking centre stage in the global discourse on social welfare. The concept, although greeted with skepticism and praise in…
Read articleAs a result of inflation, the UK government has adjusted the means test thresholds for legal aid in England and Wales. Each year, over 2 million more people will be eligible for civil legal…
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