Neil Merrick 14 April 2025

Welsh council tax rise of 7.2%

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Local authorities in Wales are raising council tax by an average of 7.2% in 2025/26 - the second largest rise for more than 20 years, though down slightly on last year's rise of 7.7%.

Unlike in England, councils in Wales are not subject to any capping or referendum rules when setting council tax.

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