£40m saved — but why is Havering still facing a £77m gap?

Havering Council anticipates a £77 million budget gap for 2026/27, despite achieving £40 million in savings recently. Over 70% of the budget is earmarked for statutory services. Future financial pressures are expected, necessitating ongoing efficiency improvements and potential tax increases.

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Can You Balance Havering’s Budget? Try Our New ‘Budget The Borough’ Game

Residents can now experience running the council in “Budget the Borough,” an interactive simulation managing a £208.8 million budget, addressing challenges like funding gaps and service demands while affecting public satisfaction.

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