Despite an increase in local Government funding from The SNP Scottish Government, Labour in SLC are still pursuing spending cuts. These cuts WILL damage services and I am steadfast in saying NO MORE. The following key priorities were put forward in the SNP Budget. The ruling Labour/LibDem group once more teamed up with the Tories and the independent group, including the Provost, to vote down our budget.

Here are some “highlights” of the Labour budget that was passed with the support of: Lib Dems, Tories, Independent Cllrs.

An increase of 6% on your Council Tax.

£45 charge for Garden Waste

£40 charge per Bulk Uplift for a maximum 10 items only

Cutting £1million to SLLC Utilities - forgetting that it is Tory & Labour incompetence at Westminster that resulted in higher Utility bill

Increased the price of school meals