Islington Council Boosts Budget for Safer Streets & Homes

0:00On March 4th, Eilington Council has approved a council tax increase at the maximum allowed level for next year. This move funds a broad investment program passed on February 26th. The focus is on what locals care about most, like safer streets, better public spaces, and help for people in tough spots. A key part of the budget is a new 5 million pound making it happen fund. It targets cutting anti-social behavior, upgrading play areas, and cleaning up neighborhoods. People say this will bring real changes residents can see right away. Council leaders, including executive member for finance, culture, or floor Williamson, stressed they're putting resident priorities first. They aim to build a fairer burrow, even with the tax hike. The council is keeping a 28 million pound support scheme to ease the burden on those hit hardest. On housing, they're pouring 324 million pounds into fixing and upgrading existing council homes. They're 58 million pounds will buy new ones, promising long-term safety and stability

1:00for tenants. These steps show the Council's push for noticeable gains in services and neighborhoods, balancing higher bills with targeted community wins. More budget info is on their website. More budget info is on their website. More budget info is on their website. More budget info is on their website. More budget info is on their website. More budget information is on their website.