Council tax bombshell for thousands of poorest Londoners as town hall cash crisis escalates

Due to an ongoing cash crisis, many of London's poorest residents will have to start paying council tax for the first time, impacting their financial situations.

With 15 out of 33 boroughs looking to alter their council tax reduction schemes, there’s an urgent push to manage expenses amidst rising costs for services like temporary accommodation.

Islington and Tower Hamlets have proposed a 4.99 percent increase in council tax, which would significantly raise average bills for their residents, reflecting the broader financial strain.

Islington Council plans to reduce its staff count by 10 percent over three years, emphasizing the necessity for efficient management amid severe budget constraints.

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