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Havering Council spends almost £210 million a year on essential services — but in 2025, it faces a £54.57 million budget gap.
Budget the Borough is an interactive game based on Havering’s real financial crisis. You’ll decide how to fund vital local services like social care, housing, waste collection, and roads — all while dealing with rising costs, growing demand, and limited government support.
With only a £32.5 million government loan available, you must make tough choices, save money where you can, and try to avoid deep debt or angry residents.
Can you do better than the politicians? Play now and see if you can balance Havering’s budget. Don’t forget to share your results online, so your friends can try to beat your score.
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