London Labour council warns it may raise council tax by 150%

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1. Sat, 3 October 2026

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   • The Guardian World06:00first to report
     London Labour council warns it may raise council tax by 150%

     Hammersmith and Fulham says it faces ‘biggest financial challenge in living memory’ as government cuts bite A flagship Labour authority has warned it may have to impose a 150% council tax rise on residents to maintain current services following central government cuts under a new funding settlement. Hammersmith and Fulham council’s cabinet has concluded in a report due to be published on Monday that such a rise would cost Band D households an additional £29.11 a week in 2027/28. Continue...