Doncaster Council’s cabinet gave an update on its finances last week, following several councils nationwide declaring financial emergency.
has seen its core Government funding reduce by 27% in real terms [since 2010/11]. That is the equivalent of £340 less per resident.
“The second is the impact of inflation, energy prices and pay, which the LGA estimates will add £2.4billion to be found from local council budgets in this financial year. “Finally, the pressure to support our most vulnerable residents is ever growing. Overspends on both adults and children’s social care costs, which significantly exceed budgets demonstrate the challenge we face. At the end of quarter, 1 we have an estimated £4.16m overspend forecast for this year’s budget.
“I have to advise council that we face very tough choices, including possible cuts to other services, to prioritise our vital front-line services.
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