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- Council & Politics · Barnet
Barnet Council faces £200m budget gap
Barnet Council is grappling with a £200 million budget deficit, driven by increasing demand for social care and children's services. A recent report recommends exploring council tax hikes and potential reductions in bin collection frequency.
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CIPFA review finds Barnet Council’s strategy fails to deliver for residents
An independent review by CIPFA has found Barnet Council’s financial problems stem from a failure to turn strategies into action. The report highlights late agenda papers, weak scrutiny, and a cautious culture delaying decisions, while warning of risks in the capital programme and joint ventures.
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