referendum limit
Wandsworth Council is considering a 94% Council Tax increase for 2027/28, which would likely trigger a local referendum.
Wandsworth Council is currently discussing a proposed 94% Council Tax increase for 2027/28, which would likely exceed the government's referendum limit. The council's Finance Overview and Scrutiny Committee heard in October 2026 that this measure is part of a Medium-Term Financial Strategy to address a significant budget gap.
This proposal is driven by a projected 40% reduction in general grant funding from the government, amounting to £84 million annually by 2029/30. The referendum limit is a government-set cap on how much local authorities can increase Council Tax without holding a local public vote.
Key facts
- Wandsworth Council proposes a 94% Council Tax hike for 2027/28 to address a budget deficit. Source
- The council's Finance Overview and Scrutiny Committee heard about the proposed hike in October 2026. Source
- Wandsworth Council faces a projected 40% reduction in general grant funding from the government. Source
- This reduction in funding amounts to £84 million annually by 2029/30. Source
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