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Reform UK Faces Backlash Over Tax Increases in Leicestershire

10/17/2025

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Reform UK gained control of Leicestershire County Council in May and faces backlash over rising taxes.
Leaders including Dan Harrison have shifted stance and acknowledge the need for tax increases due to financial pressures.
Critics accuse Reform UK of making unsubstantiated tax-cutting pledges.
Reform says it has identified savings, but they are insufficient to prevent tax hikes.

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Story summary

Reform UK gained control of Leicestershire County Council in May and faces backlash over rising taxes.
Leaders including Dan Harrison have shifted stance and acknowledge the need for tax increases due to financial pressures.
Critics accuse Reform UK of making unsubstantiated tax-cutting pledges.
Reform says it has identified savings, but they are insufficient to prevent tax hikes.