Jeremy Corbyn refused to rule out hiking council taxes, after Chris Williamson let slip Labour’s plans last week. Labour always raise taxes if they get into power, and it is working people who pay the price.
Hidden charges for paying with a debit or credit card will be banned from today (13 January), helping millions of UK consumers to avoid rip-off fees when spending their hard-earned money.
The government has today (19 December 2017) set out funding plans for councils in England so they can continue to deliver the services their residents need while also protecting Council Tax payers from excessive increases in their bills.
'Following the release yesterday by Chorley Council, on social media, confirming reports Marks and Spencer were reviewing their store openings the administration has now said the opportunity should be taken to pause and reconsider the project.
Holding Labour to account on Chorley Council is an important role for us. It's even more important for Chorley's taxpayers too; a council needs challenge at every stage.
