Lezayre Commissioners set 'small rise' in rates

It's going up by five percent cover the costs of services

Residents in Lezayre will see their rates increased by five percent for the next financial year. 

The commissioners have set the rate at 120 pence in the pound - a six pence increase on 2025.

The local authority says it continues to collect and provide funds for services including hedge cutting, gully cleaning, the Northern Civic Amenity Site, Northern Swimming Pool and road sweeping. 

It adds the rates also cover the costs associated to operate the Community Hall for everyone in the parish to access.