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Reforms Could Slash Council Tax by £350 Annually

8/31/2025

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Reform plans aim to reduce council tax bills by up to £350 annually by addressing waste in public sector pensions.
Deputy leader Richard Tice will propose pension fund reforms, highlighting mismanagement that costs taxpayers £10 billion each year.
A review identifies high fees and poor investments tied to a net zero focus, negatively affecting returns.
Tice criticizes investment managers for complacency, leading to systemic overcharging and underperformance.

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Reform plans aim to reduce council tax bills by up to £350 annually by addressing waste in public sector pensions.
Deputy leader Richard Tice will propose pension fund reforms, highlighting mismanagement that costs taxpayers £10 billion each year.
A review identifies high fees and poor investments tied to a net zero focus, negatively affecting returns.
Tice criticizes investment managers for complacency, leading to systemic overcharging and underperformance.