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Scottish councils struggle to close budget gaps

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

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

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

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