Back to today’s briefing

Story perspectives

Argyll and Bute Council Tax Hikes to Address Budget Gap

2/26/2026

33 5 Full Breakdown

Summary

Story summary

Argyll and Bute Council will raise council tax by 9.7% to address a £13 million budget gap.
Councillors say rise is essential to maintain services and invest in roads, social care, and leisure facilities.
A proposal to cut costs by removing toilets in the 2026-27 budget for Argyll and Bute was rejected.
East Renfrewshire Council plans a 6% council tax increase, while South Lanarkshire Council has approved a 6.5% rise.

1 of 1

Story summary

Argyll and Bute Council will raise council tax by 9.7% to address a £13 million budget gap.
Councillors say rise is essential to maintain services and invest in roads, social care, and leisure facilities.
A proposal to cut costs by removing toilets in the 2026-27 budget for Argyll and Bute was rejected.
East Renfrewshire Council plans a 6% council tax increase, while South Lanarkshire Council has approved a 6.5% rise.