Analysis shows nine in 10 areas facing maximum council tax rise in England

Few areas will avoid maximum council tax rises this year, data suggests (PA) - (PA Archive)

A vast majority of councils have signalled they will apply a maximum council tax increase of at least 4.99% this year, it has emerged.

Figures for the 139 top-tier authorities in England that have proposed or confirmed increases so far show 85% are planning a rise just short of 5% – the threshold that would trigger a local referendum in normal circumstances.