Policy and Resources Strategy report
Southwark Council's Policy and Resources Strategy report underpins the 3% council tax increase for the 2026-27 financial year.
Southwark Council's Cabinet approved a 3% council tax increase for the 2026-27 financial year in February 2026, after considering the Policy and Resources Strategy report. This rise adds approximately £1.33 per week for a Band D property, with an additional 3% from the Mayor of London's GLA precept, impacting the total for Band D properties.
The Policy and Resources Strategy report, which outlines the council's financial plans and resource allocation, presented a balanced budget for the 2026-27 financial year, forming the basis for the council tax decision.
Key facts
- Southwark Council's Cabinet decided to increase council tax by 3% for the 2026-27 financial year. Source
- This decision was made on February 2, 2026. Source
- The increase equates to approximately £1.33 per week for a Band D property. Source
- The Mayor of London proposed a 3% increase in the GLA Council Tax precept. Source
- The Policy and Resources Strategy report presented a balanced budget for 2026-27. 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.