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Petition and protest as 'strength of feeling' builds over plan to hike Council tax

Bradford Council leader Susan Hinchcliffe has requested permission from the government to raise council tax between 9.99 percent and 14.99 percent, expecting a response next month.
A protest organized by 'Save Our City' will occur outside City Hall in Bradford on February 15 against the proposed tax hike.
David Maud has launched a petition against the council tax increase, describing it as 'absolutely disgraceful' and warning of significant financial burdens for residents.
Council leader Hinchcliffe stated that the decision is due to an 'unsustainable financial position' and emphasized the need for a one-off tax increase to maintain services.

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