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

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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 centr…

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  • 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 centr…
  • Reported by The Guardian and published Sat, 03 Oct 2026 06:00:53 UTC.

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