Leader's Budget Speech - 12 February 2026
Published on Friday, 13th February 2026
Maldon District Council has agreed its 2026/27 budget at a meeting of Full Council held on 12 February 2026.
The Leader of the Council, Councillor Richard Siddall, delivered his annual budget speech to formally present the proposed budget. The full speech can be accessed here.
An increase to the Maldon District Council element of the council tax bill has been approved, representing an average rise at Band D of 13p per week or £6.76 annually. It is important to clarify that, although the Council is responsible for collecting the entirety of the council tax, the majority of these funds are allocated to other areas of local government.
This forms part of a comprehensive package of measures designed to balance the budget, and due to prudent financial management, car park charges will remain unchanged. This outcome is beneficial for local high street businesses.
In his address, the Leader highlighted the collaborative efforts of Members from all political groups within the Council, alongside officers, to secure a fully balanced budget for the upcoming year. The budget is founded on robust principles established in recent years and underscores the Council’s commitment to investment, financial sustainability, and exceptional service provision for the district. The Leader expressed continued confidence in the Council’s ability to deliver optimal outcomes for Maldon District.
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