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Scottish councils struggle to close budget gaps

Councils in Scotland are struggling to balance their books following the announcement of the Budget.

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By Martin Ford | 10 February 2026
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Councils in Scotland are struggling to balance their books following the announcement of the Budget.

Scottish finance secretary Shona Robison has appealed to councils to make ‘reasonable decisions on council tax'.

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