Just a gentle reminder to our fellow Silsoe residents to submit your thoughts on Central Beds Council budget proposals before 3rd February. You can also propose your ideas on how to cut costs.

Share your feedback online at:
www.centralbedfordshire.gov.uk/budget

The draft budget proposes a combination of measures to balance the council’s finances, including: 

• A 5% Council Tax increase
• Further cost reductions across the council
• A review of grants to voluntary and community groups
• Increases to some fees and charges
• Changes to some services, such as reduced opening hours and maintenance schedules

You can read the full summary and share your feedback online.

Paper copies are available in council libraries.

Consultation closes 3 February! Please take a moment to have your say and encourage others to do the same.