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Wandsworth Council increases tax by 94% and faces bankruptcy

Wandsworth Council increases tax by 94% and faces bankruptcy

Wandsworth Council has announced a 94% council tax increase to stave off bankruptcy, while Worcestershire County Council secures permission for a 9% rise.

Politics ·19 Sep 2026, 20:05 ·Clara West 5 min read