Fair Funding review
Councils are addressing significant budget gaps and projected grant reductions stemming from the government's Fair Funding review.
Councils are currently addressing significant budget shortfalls. Greenwich Council is facing a projected £100 million funding gap by 2030, as discussed by Councillor Denise Hyland in March 2026. In February 2026, Hillingdon Council's Cabinet approved a 4.99% Council Tax increase and a 2.00% Adult Social Care precept increase to address a projected £62 million budget gap.
These financial challenges are linked to the government's proposed Fair Funding review, which examines local government funding. Richmond upon Thames is projected to suffer the largest grant reduction in London, with Councillor Jim Millard stating in October 2025 that the borough expects a 90% reduction in government grant funding.
Key facts
- Greenwich Council faces a projected funding gap of £100 million by 2030. Source
- Hillingdon Council's Cabinet approved a 4.99% Council Tax increase in February 2026. Source
- Hillingdon Council's Cabinet approved a 2.00% Adult Social Care precept increase in February 2026. Source
- Hillingdon Council aims to address a projected budget gap of £62 million. Source
- Richmond upon Thames is projected to suffer a 90% reduction in government grant funding. Source
About this summary
This summary was written automatically from our published stories and the council meeting records they draw on. It describes what councils have discussed and decided; it does not take a view on any decision. Each key fact links to the story it comes from. Updated 30 September 2026. Spotted a mistake? Email community@opencouncil.network.