Broadland Council agrees council tax freeze
Norfolk’s six other district councils have all increased their share of council tax
One Norfolk council has agreed to freeze its tax charge for the coming year despite strong financial headwinds.
The decision was made at a meeting of Broadland Council this week where members approved the authority’s budget for 2025/26.
This means the share of tax paid toward the council will remain at the same level as the previous year, with band D properties charged £134.91.
Norfolk’s six other district councils have all increased their share of council tax, citing huge financial pressures relating to inflation and insufficient government funding.
"Excellent value for our residents"
Steve Riley, cabinet member for finance, said: “We remain committed to ensuring the taxpayer’s money is secure and invested appropriately to support our core services.
“We are the only major preceptor not to put up council take charges this year and I believe the charge represents excellent value for our residents.”
People living in Broadland will still see their council tax bills go up due to separate charges set by parish councils, the police and crime commissioner and Norfolk County Council.
Broadland Council’s tax freeze comes at a time when some councils across the country have sought special permission from the government to bypass a 5pc cap on increases due to major financial difficulties.