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Kent Council Faces Backlash Over £40 Million Budget Claims

12/19/2025

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Kent County Council, led by Reform UK, faces scrutiny over saving £40 million by canceling non-existent environmental projects.
Labour MP Polly Billington submitted a freedom of information request in July; delays occurred.
The council says savings rely on forward-looking assumptions, even as councillors have fallen since power shift.
A leaked forecast projects a £60 million gap for 2026-27 and opposition leaders criticize the budget handling.

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Story summary

Kent County Council, led by Reform UK, faces scrutiny over saving £40 million by canceling non-existent environmental projects.
Labour MP Polly Billington submitted a freedom of information request in July; delays occurred.
The council says savings rely on forward-looking assumptions, even as councillors have fallen since power shift.
A leaked forecast projects a £60 million gap for 2026-27 and opposition leaders criticize the budget handling.