Draft Budget 2026-27
Brent Council is currently discussing a proposed 4.99% council tax increase for the 2026-27 financial year.
Brent Council is proposing a 4.99% council tax increase for the 2026-27 financial year, which includes a 2% increase for the adult social care precept. This draft budget, presented by Councillor Mili Patel at a Cabinet meeting in November 2025, aims to protect frontline services.
The proposal, presented at a Cabinet meeting in November 2025, is subject to public consultation. The proposed increase is intended to raise £9.1 million to support services. No further meetings are currently scheduled to discuss the Draft Budget 2026-27.
Key facts
- Brent Council is proposing a 4.99% council tax increase for the 2026-27 financial year. Source
- The proposal includes a 2% increase for the adult social care precept. Source
- The proposed increase aims to raise £9.1 million. Source
- The draft budget was presented at a Cabinet meeting on 17 November 2025. Source
- The proposal is subject to public consultation. Source
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