William Eichler 23 June 2025

Council’s net debt rises by £233m

Council’s net debt rises by £233m image
© CHOKCHAI POOMICHAIYA / Shutterstock.com.

Wirral Council’s net debt has risen by £233m in six months due in part to spending on Public Finance Initiatives (PFI).

A report on the council’s finances shows that between September 2024 to March 2025 there was a £25m increase in spending on PFIs, £73m in borrowings, and a drop of £8m in investments from £41m to £33m.

Around £152m of the £233m increase in net debt was due to changes to PFI liabilities and accounting rules.

SIGN UP
For your free daily news bulletin
Highways jobs

Learning and Development Specialist - Children's Services

North East Lincolnshire Council
£45,091
Are you passionate about Social Work Practice? North East Lincolnshire
Recuriter: North East Lincolnshire Council

Grounds Maintenance Technician

North East Lincolnshire Council
NJC08 £26,824.00
Do you have a passion for the outdoors? North East Lincolnshire
Recuriter: North East Lincolnshire Council

Chief Executive

Rochdale BC
£180,000 to £200,000
Built on an industrial heritage and the birthplace of the worldwide cooperative movement Rochdale, Greater Manchester
Recuriter: Rochdale BC

Chef De Partie

North Yorkshire Council
£25,989 - £27,254 pro rata, per annum
Matcham's is our in-house catering team here at Harrogate Convention Centre. Harrogate, North Yorkshire
Recuriter: North Yorkshire Council

Lead Chef

North Yorkshire Council
£15.06 to £16.35 per hour
Matcham's is our in-house catering team here at Harrogate Convention Centre. Harrogate, North Yorkshire
Recuriter: North Yorkshire Council
Linkedin Banner