Pendle Borough Council launches budget consultation
Published Monday, 12th January 2026
Local people are being encouraged to share their views on the Council’s finances as Pendle Borough Council prepares to set its budget for 2026/27.
The Council’s budget consultation is now underway giving people who live and work in the area a chance to have their say on how the Council spends its money.
Councillor David Whipp, Leader of Pendle Borough Council, said: “We’re proud to deliver a wide range of services across Pendle and we’re committed to providing good quality services that are value for money.
“As we plan for the year ahead, it’s important that we understand what matters most to local people.
“Please take the time to share your views - your feedback will help shape our budget decisions for the coming financial year.
"The Government has assumed all councils will increase Council Tax by the maximum amount in their funding calculations. If councils want to maintain services, there isn't much option on Council Tax levels."
Pendle Borough Council receives most of its funding through Council Tax, with the remainder coming from Government grants and Business Rates.
In 2026/27 the Council is facing a funding shortfall of approximately £892,000 and must identify ways to address this through savings and income generation.
Pendle has more than 99,000 residents.
In 2024/25:
- 2.4m bins were emptied
- 455 planning applications were processed
- 245 cases involving individuals experiencing homelessness were supported
- £1.1m was spent on adapting homes for disabled people
- 2.2m people visited our website for support and to request services
Councillor Whipp added: “We recognise that our budget challenges can impact local services and residents’ personal finances.
“That’s why we want to hear directly from you about what’s important.
“We’re also seeking views on proposed changes to our Council Tax Support Scheme to include additional support for terminally ill residents and former relevant care leavers - young people who have been in care.”
The budget consultation survey is available on Pendle Borough Council’s website – www.pendle.gov.uk/BudgetConsultation
It closes at 5pm on Sunday 8 February.