William Eichler 16 September 2024

Government told to ‘level’ with councils over funding

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Leicestershire County Council has called on the Government to ‘level with us' on its local government funding plans.

Cllr Lee Breckon, cabinet member for resources, said the council is on track to balance its books this year, but warned that if support isn’t forthcoming, the council’s budget gap could exceed £100m by 2028.

‘Adopting a firm, long term grip on our finances is why we’ve not hit crisis point. Despite being poorly funded, we’re efficient and we’re lean and remain one of the top performing county councils in the country,’ he said.

‘We’ve drawn up plans to boost buses, fill more potholes and support vulnerable children and families but uncertainty around local government funding is leaving councils in limbo. That’s why we want the Government to level with us on funding plans, set out a clear road map and prioritise reform of support for children with special educational needs and disabilities.’

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