Martin Ford 31 August 2023

Somerset in section 114 warning

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Somerset Council is the latest authority to raise the prospect of a possible section 114 notice.

Officers at the new unitary council have estimated its budget shortfall will reach £100m by 2025-26, while its dedicated schools grant deficit is expected to total £70m by the time the statutory override currently in place is due to end in 2026.

In a report to a meeting of senior councillors due to take place next week, officers described the situation as ‘stark and challenging’ and warned it ‘raises the very real prospect of a section 114 notice’.

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