Most local authorities in England are expected to increase council tax by the maximum allowed in April, research has revealed. Councils with responsibility for delivering social care can increase the tax by up to 4.99% - the threshold that would trigger a local referendum in normal circumstances. Analysis by the PA news agency among 139 authorities that have proposed or confirmed increases so far show 85% are planning to raise by the maximum. Six authorities in acute financial stress will be

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