The figures also show that maximum council tax increases are occurring across both the wealthiest and the poorest areas. All of the 20 poorest council areas, according to the latest indices of ...

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Image: Birmingham is one of six councils that have been allowed to raise their council tax by more than 4.99% without a referendum. Pic: PA Councils are facing rising costs, especially in areas ...