Bradford Borough Council faces a £33 million funding gap over four years, prompting discussions about charging residents for non-statutory services, including green waste collection. Critics, particularly the Liberal Democrats, denounce this potential charge as a "stealth tax," asserting that it unfairly burdens residents after recent council tax hikes. The council cites inflation and increased demand for services as contributing factors to the financial shortfall, indicating tough decisions ahead regarding the delivery of local services to maintain budget integrity.
The Conservative councillor mentioned that the funding gap is tied to rising demand and inflation, necessitating consideration of charges for non-statutory services like green waste collection.
The Lib Dems spokesperson criticized the potential charges, labeling it a "stealth tax" on residents already burdened by significant council tax increases over recent years.
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