This means Wandsworth residents will continue to benefit
from the lowest average council tax bills in the UK
Band D bills for households not subject to the additional
Wimbledon and Putney Commons Conservators levy will be £914.
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Dear
resident,
Wandsworth
Council is freezing your council tax this year,to help in the Cost of Living
crisis.
I’m
pleased to say that residents in Wandsworth will pay the lowest average council
tax in the country. Freezing the main element of council tax is a key part of
our plan to deliver a fairer, compassionate, more sustainable borough.
We
will charge the same low council tax and deliver better services for all.
Alongside a freeze in council tax, we will:
•
Provide free monthly mega skips, guarantee to keep your weekly bin collection
andexpand our food waste collection pilot.
•
Deliver 1,000 new council homes, plus introduce landlord licensing to protect
private renters.
•
Work with residents to support 800 Ukrainian refugees fleeing the war.
Wandsworth
Council has launched the biggest cost of living response in London, with a£5
million fund to help residents with soaring bills. This work includes:
•
Free school uniforms for hard-pressed families, activities for young people and
meals for children in the school holidays.
•
Free swimming and gym sessions for families who receive universal credit or
free school meals.
•
Libraries and children’s centres became welcoming Warm Spaces over the winter
months.
There
will be an increase of 2% in the social care levy, to support the NHS and care
for our most vulnerable residents.
Wandsworth
is a fantastic place to live. Our strong, diverse communities represent the
best of modern Britain. Our plan will help keep Wandsworth special and make
sure all residents canshare the fantastic opportunities our borough provides.
Best
wishes,
Simon
Hogg
Leader
of Wandsworth Council
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 3:11 pm
