Council bucks trend and freezes tax charge

A council has agreed to freeze its tax charge for the coming year despite strong financial headwinds.

Members of Broadland District Council in Norfolk approved its 2025-26 budget at a meeting on Thursday.

The share of tax paid towards the council will remain at the same level as the previous year, with band D properties charged an average £134.91.

"We remain committed to ensuring the taxpayers' money is secure and invested appropriately to support our core services," said Steve Riley, the Liberal Democrat cabinet member for finance.

"I believe the charge represents excellent value for our residents."

People living in Broadland will still see their council tax bills go up due to separate charges set by parish councils, the police and crime commissioner and Norfolk County Council.

The county's six other district councils have all increased their share of council tax, citing huge financial pressures relating to inflation and insufficient government funding.

Some councils across England have sought special permission from the government to bypass a 5% cap on increases due to major financial difficulties.

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