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Farage Regrets Tax Hike Amid Worcestershire Council Crisis

3/14/2026

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Reform UK leader Nigel Farage said the party regrets minority control of Worcestershire County Council as it approved a nearly 9% tax increase to address a budget shortfall and avoid bankruptcy.
Farage added the party inherited a virtually bankrupt council and did not cause its financial troubles.
The council's 2026-27 budget includes spending cuts and a government agreement for up to £59.9 million in emergency support.

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Reform UK leader Nigel Farage said the party regrets minority control of Worcestershire County Council as it approved a nearly 9% tax increase to address a budget shortfall and avoid bankruptcy.
Farage added the party inherited a virtually bankrupt council and did not cause its financial troubles.
The council's 2026-27 budget includes spending cuts and a government agreement for up to £59.9 million in emergency support.