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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Craig Paton

Council leaders warn services at ‘breaking point’ and some may face axe

PA Wire

Council services are at “breaking point” and leaders have warned that some may have to be scrapped following the Scottish Government’s budget.

Deputy First Minister John Swinney announced on Thursday that local government will see a funding increase of £550 million, but within hours the figure was being questioned by two of the country’s most influential economic think tanks.

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