Fri Sep 06 04:55:51 UTC 2024: – Fife Council is facing a predicted £17 million budget shortfall next year
– Council finance chief Eileen Rowand warns of the need for significant changes in service provision
– The shortfall could increase to £31.5 million if there is a council tax freeze
– Financial pressures are increasing due to rising costs in health and social care, as well as higher than predicted pay rises for staff
– Both the UK and Scottish Governments have outlined bleak financial outlooks for the upcoming year
– Fife Council balanced its books last year without significant cuts, but is facing challenges in the health and social care sector
– Council is being forced to make difficult decisions about spending priorities and service provision.
Fife Council finance chief predicts £17m budget shortfall – even if council tax rises
Fife Council finance chief predicts £17m budget shortfall – even if council tax rises
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