Bolton Labour Welcomes Increased Funding and Revises Cuts to Protect Key Services
Bolton Labour is proud to announce that proposed cuts to essential services are set to be revised following a better-than-expected funding settlement from the government.
After years of Tory cuts and underfunding, Labour-led Bolton Council has been working hard to protect vital frontline services while balancing the budget. Thanks to additional funding, we can now reverse or reduce some of the toughest proposed cuts and invest more in the services that matter most to local residents.
What’s Changing?
🔹 Cuts to essential services reversed – Over £110,000 in cuts will be scrapped entirely, with an additional £320,000 in reductions scaled back.
🔹 Boosting street cleaning, litter-picking, and waste removal – Cleaner streets and better maintenance for our communities.
🔹 Protecting environmental health and pest control – Keeping Bolton safe and hygienic.
🔹 Supporting green groups and volunteer organisations – Recognising the vital work of local community initiatives.
🔹 Reviewing parking charges on council land – Ensuring fair policies that don’t hit residents unfairly.
🔹 Maintaining town centre events – Preserving the cultural and economic benefits of local events.
Cllr Nick Peel, Leader of Bolton Council, said:
“This additional funding is a welcome relief and allows us to protect essential services that residents rely on. We have listened to public feedback, and I am delighted that we can now remove some of the most concerning proposed cuts.”
Investing in Social Care and Future Challenges
Despite this additional funding, the financial pressures on Bolton Council remain high due to rising costs and increasing demand for services.
The council will use £2.1 million from the Children’s Social Care Prevention Grant and £9.2 million from the Recovery Grant to:
✔️ Support adult social care, ensuring Bolton’s elderly and vulnerable residents receive the care they need.
✔️ Protect children’s social care, ensuring that families and young people get the right support at the right time.
Even with this funding boost, the council still needs to find £7.8 million in savings, down from the original £8.2 million target.
What Happens Next?
📅 Next Week: Bolton Council’s Cabinet will review and approve the revised budget proposals.
📅 February: The Full Council will vote on the final budget plan.
Bolton Labour is committed to protecting the services residents depend on, and we will continue to push for fair funding from government to support our borough.
We want to hear from you! 💬 What services matter most to you? Let us know in the comments or take part in the council’s budget consultation.
👉 Read more about Bolton Labour’s fight to protect local services: www.boltonlabour.org.uk
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