Greenwich councillors have signed off on a 4.99% council tax hike – with thousands of the poorest residents losing their exemption from the charges. The average Band D bill is expected to pass £2,000 for the first time, although Greenwich remains cheaper than its neighbouring boroughs. https://greenwichwire.co.uk/2025/02/28/greenwich-backs-4-99-council-tax-hike-with-poorest-made-to-pay-too/