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Demand-led Services

2 stories · 2 councils

Services where the level of demand dictates the resources required. Services where the level of demand dictates the required resources. Services where the level of demand, and therefore cost, is determined by the needs of the population rather than a fixed budget.

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  1. Merton Council Reports £0.5m Revenue Underspend Amidst Service Pressures Merton Council has reported a net underspend of £0.5 million on its revenue budget for the 2025/26 financial year, according to the latest outturn report. However, the report... Merton 17 July 2026
  2. Lambeth Council Faces £15.9 Million General Fund Overspend Despite Q4 Improvements Lambeth Council is facing a significant £15.9 million overspend on its General Fund for the 2025/26 financial year, despite improvements noted in the fourth quarter. The Quarter... Lambeth 3 July 2026