Wandsworth Council in southwest London is freezing its council tax for the third consecutive year, maintaining it as the lowest in the country for residents. The Band D charge will be £990 annually, a modest increase from the previous year. This decision is set against a backdrop where 33 other London boroughs are facing significant increases in council tax due to funding challenges. Council leader Simon Hogg attributes this freeze to prudent financial management, enabling investment in community improvements while avoiding debt strains.
Wandsworth Council in southwest London has committed to freezing most of its council tax for 2025, making it the cheapest in the country.
Council leader Simon Hogg emphasized that sound financial management has allowed them to freeze council tax while investing in community needs like cleaner streets.
In contrast, 33 London boroughs are increasing their council tax by up to 4.99 percent due to severe funding challenges and rising costs.
Wandsworth residents will pay 2022 prices for their council tax, maintaining affordability amid rising costs in other areas of London.
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