City of Lincoln Council is now asking the public to have their say regarding the proposal to freeze its share of council tax for 2026/27.
City of Lincoln Council is now asking the public to have their say regarding the proposal to freeze its share of council tax for 2026/27, following approval by the council’s Executive to do so at the meeting on 20 January 2026.
The proposal is intended to help ease financial pressures on residents during a continuing cost-of-living crisis.
The proposed freeze follows the Government’s Fair Funding Review, which is addressing long-standing inequalities in the way councils are funded, particularly those serving more deprived areas, such as Lincoln.
After around 15 years of being underfunded, the council has historically relied more heavily on council tax than many better-funded authorities.
The improved Government funding settlement now gives the council the opportunity to offer some relief to residents through a one-year council tax freeze.
The Executive decision to consult with the public and have the proposal subject to member scrutiny was agreed at the meeting. The proposal will then go to Full Council in March for final sign-off.
Cllr Naomi Tweddle, Leader of City of Lincoln Council, said:
“The Executive’s agreement to consult on a proposed council tax freeze reflects our ongoing commitment to supporting residents through continued cost-of-living pressures.
“The improved funding settlement from the Government gives us the flexibility to provide some relief, without compromising our financial stability.
“Freezing our share of council tax for 2026/27 would offer some short-term relief for residents at a challenging time, and we want to hear the public’s views before a final decision is made.”
The public consultation is now live, where you can have your say.