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Spring Statement Sparks Concerns over Welfare Cuts and Public Service Viability The UK government’s recent Spring Statement, delivered amid warnings of economic uncertainty, has prompted serious concern among local government leaders and policy experts.…
Read articleAs the UK grapples with the economic aftershocks of the COVID-19 pandemic, rising inflation, and a turbulent global economy, the impending end of the Household Support Fund (HSF) presents a looming crisis for families…
Read articleWe returned this week with a great discussion where we looked at the recent Resolution Foundation briefing note for the Health Foundation that looks at pressures on family pay, prices, and properties and the…
Read articleHappy New Year. I wanted to drop you a quick message during our holiday break. I’ve prepared a pack with the latest updates on revenues and benefits, covering what’s been happening with council finances…
Read articleRegarding benefits, there is a 6.7 percent increase, aligning with September’s inflation figures. This translates to an average enhancement of £470 for approximately 5.5 million households. Originally, ministers contemplated utilizing October’s inflation figure of…
Read articleIn our Monday meeting, we had an insightful discussion about the Veteran’s Support Scheme, initiated by Robert Fox. It was interesting to note that this topic hadn’t been addressed previously. Our conversation revealed an…
Read articleThe UK’s inflation scenario presents a complex picture of stability amidst volatility, marked by continued price rises at a consistent rate and significant contributions from persistent high petrol and diesel costs. Notably, for the…
Read articleIn our discussion last Monday, we delved into the ongoing budget reductions in revenues and benefits services. We also touched upon council tax settings and the Council Tax Reduction (CTR) scheme. The financial strain…
Read articleIntroduction Inflation remains a significant topic of economic and political discussions, as it can impact various aspects of a nation’s well-being. In this article, we provide a cautious examination of the inflation rates of…
Read articleI am pleased to announce that following a brief hiatus in August, the Monday Discussion Group reconvened on September 4th. Our session featured two principal topics that naturally coalesced into a unified discussion. We…
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