HBC Budget 2012/13
I've just been looking at the report that went to Cabinet last Wednesday on the 2012/13 Budget.
http://www.hyndburnbc.gov.uk/downloa..._201213_v4.pdf What incredibly depressing reading it makes. Savings of over 2 million pounds required on top of the millions of pounds that have already needed to be found....a 25% further reduction in back office costs......massive reductions in running costs.....the list goes on. What effect can this be having on staff morale? Staffing numbers 10 years ago were considered to be at minimum levels to provide a basic level of service, so goodness only knows what level of service is being provided now, let alone with a further 25% reduction. The staff who are being forced out (many having given long and loyal service to HBC) receive no thanks......... "A continuation of our established approach of limiting enhancements on early retirement" And those who stay get paid the minimum wage possible..... "a “Living Wage” for every employee, with the Council guaranteeing that it will pay the basic recognised amount to those who provide key services for the Council." And all this at a time when public sector pensions are being reduced. It used to be considered a privilege to work for the Council. Nowadays it seems, staff are expected to just be grateful they have a job! Which, in the current economic climate, is probably true. I just find it all very depressing. :( |
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Why not find ways of keeping the older population more active within the borough instead of subsidising them to spend their money out of town :confused: |
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Very few of those going on them returned with shopping bags. Most just used them as a way to get some 'sea air'. |
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The Resources Overview & Scrutiny Committee (chaired by yours truly) will be looking at budget proposals at 10.00am on 21st February at Scaitcliffe House if anyone fancies coming along to watch:
Resources Overview and Scrutiny Committee The Full Council on 23rd February will be the debating ground for the actual budget itself and starts at 7.00pm at the Town Hall: Council Again, members of the public are invited to watch from the public gallery. Free entertainment. |
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The older population like these trips, oh yes, they are voters as well :rolleyes: |
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Oh heck, I'm going to have the old dears vigilante group after me now :D
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I still have pitchforks and torches for sale if anyone needs some :p:D
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