PARLIAMENTARY WRITTEN QUESTION
(3 June 2025)
Question Asked
What steps her Department is taking to develop a future funding model for local councils in rural areas.
Asked by:
Llinos Medi (Plaid Cymru)
Asked by:
Llinos Medi (Plaid Cymru)
Answer
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.
Answered by:
Jim McMahon (Labour)
9 June 2025
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