The council announced today that the Liberal Democrats have delivered the lowest council tax in the history of Sheffield.
Councillor Simon Clement- Jones boasted that a 1.95% increase in council tax is lower than any other city in the UK. He said: “We want to put money back into the pockets of the taxpaying people in Sheffield.”
Council also aims to protect local parks, tackle deprivation of certain areas, improve recycling and to increase security within the city.
Councillor Paul Scriven said: “It doesn’t matter if you live in Broomhill or Burngreave, under this council you will receive a fair and equal opportunity.”
Plans to reduce Sheffield’s carbon emissions are also set to be put in place for 2009/2010, in order to contribute towards the battle against climate change. Council aims to provide free insulation for homes, advice for how people can reduce energy bills and climate change funds for the local communities in Sheffield.
Funds of £50k are to be put towards the refurbishment of King Edwards swimming pool and 250k is to be carried forward to 2009/10 for additional funding for Positive Activities for Young People (PAYP).
It was also confirmed that the popular 101 anti-social behaviour hotline number would continue to be available, regardless of previous threats from lack of funding.
Despite the positive outcome, councillors wasted no time in criticising the opposition. Referring to Labour party members, Councillor Paul Scriven said: “They have lost touch with the public, which is why they lost.”
He added: “It is quite clear locally, that labour are still not listening and have still not learnt.” Councillor Andrew Sangar also referred to Labours approach to saving money as “flimsy”.
Labour representatives responded by criticising the council for “not doing what they’re manifestos promised”.
Councillor Jan Wilson of the Labour Party said: “You will find in the long run that you can’t please everyone all of the time.”
In response to the Lib Dem’s achievements so far, Councillor Steve Jones of the Labour Party said: “Let’s see what you are able to achieve over the next few months, as things get tougher.”
Councillor Simon Clement- Jones boasted that a 1.95% increase in council tax is lower than any other city in the UK. He said: “We want to put money back into the pockets of the taxpaying people in Sheffield.”
Council also aims to protect local parks, tackle deprivation of certain areas, improve recycling and to increase security within the city.
Councillor Paul Scriven said: “It doesn’t matter if you live in Broomhill or Burngreave, under this council you will receive a fair and equal opportunity.”
Plans to reduce Sheffield’s carbon emissions are also set to be put in place for 2009/2010, in order to contribute towards the battle against climate change. Council aims to provide free insulation for homes, advice for how people can reduce energy bills and climate change funds for the local communities in Sheffield.
Funds of £50k are to be put towards the refurbishment of King Edwards swimming pool and 250k is to be carried forward to 2009/10 for additional funding for Positive Activities for Young People (PAYP).
It was also confirmed that the popular 101 anti-social behaviour hotline number would continue to be available, regardless of previous threats from lack of funding.
Despite the positive outcome, councillors wasted no time in criticising the opposition. Referring to Labour party members, Councillor Paul Scriven said: “They have lost touch with the public, which is why they lost.”
He added: “It is quite clear locally, that labour are still not listening and have still not learnt.” Councillor Andrew Sangar also referred to Labours approach to saving money as “flimsy”.
Labour representatives responded by criticising the council for “not doing what they’re manifestos promised”.
Councillor Jan Wilson of the Labour Party said: “You will find in the long run that you can’t please everyone all of the time.”
In response to the Lib Dem’s achievements so far, Councillor Steve Jones of the Labour Party said: “Let’s see what you are able to achieve over the next few months, as things get tougher.”
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Laura Newton
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