Stop Perth and Kinross Council implementing their proposed council tax rise. · petition

What the petition asks

I urge the Scottish Parliament to intervene and review this decision, ensuring that fair and equitable measures are in place to support residents. Ensure that any council tax increases are fair and equitable & promote alternative funding solutions that protect residents and support the local economy

Residents are already facing financial difficulties and this increase will exacerbate their situation. This additional expense could mean having to cut back on essentials like food & heating.People with limited financial resources are disproportionately affected by rising costs leading to reduced disposable income, impacting local businesses.If people have less money to spend, it can result in lower sales for local shops and other services, ultimately affecting the local economy.

Why it was rejected

It was about a matter for a local council or devolved government, not the UK Government or Parliament.

We can’t accept petitions that request action at a local level.

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The Scottish Parliament has its own Public Petitions Committee. If you'd like to send your petition to the Scottish Parliament, you can find out more here:

https://www.parliament.scot/chamber-and-committees/committees/current-and-previous-committees/session-6-citizen-participation-and-public-petitions-committee

Timeline

8 Feb 2025	Petition opened for signatures
25 Mar 2025	Rejected by the Petitions Committee