Burnley Council proposes below inflation increase to fees and charges
Burnley Council is proposing to keep increases to its fees and charges below the current rate of inflation, helping to ease cost of living pressures on residents while continuing to protect vital local services.
A report being presented to councillors recommends a 2% increase to most council fees and charges from April 1, significantly below the current Consumer Prices Index rate of 3.2% (as at November 2025).
The proposal reflects the council’s commitment to balancing affordability for residents with the need to maintain a sustainable and balanced budget.
Importantly, the proposals include several key exceptions, with no increase planned for garden waste subscriptions and no increase to any car parking charges, including contract parking.
Coun. Margaret Lishman, Executive Member for Resources and Performance Management, said: “We know that many households are still feeling the pressure from rising living costs, and we have been very mindful of that when bringing these proposals forward.
“By keeping fee increases below the current rate of inflation and protecting services such as garden waste collection and car parking from any increase at all, we are doing what we can to support residents.
“At the same time, we must make sure the council remains financially stable and able to deliver the services people rely on. These proposals strike a sensible and responsible balance.”