Interest Rates Prompt Cautious Borrowing Decisions for Lancashire County Council

Interest Rates Prompt Cautious Borrowing Decisions for Lancashire County Council

Lancashire County Council faces challenges in borrowing £693m due to rising interest rates and maturing loans. Interest Rates Prompt Cautious Borrowing Decisions for Lancashire County Council Lancashire: The council needs to borrow £693 million for 2025/26. This amount mainly comes from loans that are maturing soon. A £350 million bond from 2020 will mature in…

Ipswich Leaders Discuss Borrowing Costs and Financial Strategies

Ipswich Leaders Discuss Borrowing Costs and Financial Strategies

Ipswich council debates a £231.2m borrowing increase and its financial impact Ipswich Leaders Discuss Borrowing Costs and Financial Strategies Ipswich: During a council meeting, leaders discussed borrowing costs. In 2024/25, Ipswich Borough Council borrowed £231.2 million. This is £26.7 million more than expected. Martin Cook, the resources portfolio holder, assured the council they have a…

Council Forecasts £223m Borrowing to Support Capital Programme Initiatives

Council Forecasts £223m Borrowing to Support Capital Programme Initiatives

The council plans to borrow £223 million to fund its capital programme, including housing and highways projects. Council Forecasts £223m Borrowing to Support Capital Programme Initiatives City: The council’s debt is about £1.5 billion right now. Next Wednesday, the audit and corporate governance committee will meet. They will discuss the treasury management strategy for 2025-26.…