Local Government Finance: Rural Areas
The question
What steps her Department is taking to develop a future funding model for local councils in rural areas.
Answered by Jim McMahon
As the hon Member will be aware, Local Government is a devolved matter.
The government is absolutely committed to supporting rural communities.
This year’s Settlement saw places with a significant rural population on average receive almost a 6% cash increase in their Core Spending Power.
We are introducing an improved and updated approach from 2026-27, directing funding to where it is needed most.
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