London Labour council warns it may raise council tax by 150%

October 3, 2026 · 6:00 am 1 sources

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• London Labour council warns it may raise council tax by 150%
  The Guardian · October 3, 2026 06:00
  Hammersmith and Fulham says it faces ‘biggest financial challenge in living memory’ as government cuts bite A flagship Labour authority has warned it may have to impose a 150% council tax rise on residents to maintain current services following central government cuts under a new funding…