Kensington and Chelsea announces lowest council tax rise in London with cash support for residents

Kensington and Chelsea council plans to raise its share of council tax by four percent, the lowest increase in London. This is one percentage point lower than the five percent increase expected in most other boroughs. The council will also provide a one-time £50 payment to over 15,000 low-income residents to assist with living costs. The increase includes two percent for general services and two percent for adult social care. Benchmark band D bills will rise from £1,508.98 to £1,569.46, including the mayor's precept. The council will maintain its tax reduction scheme for about 13,000 qualifying residents.