00:00Northeast households could face higher council tax bills to help fund local policing services.
00:06Police and crime commissioners in Northumbria, Cleveland and Durham have proposed increases to
00:12the policing precept. Northumbria's plan would add £18.50 for band D homes, the maximum allowed.
00:19Cleveland's proposal would increase bills by £15, while Durham is considering a similar rise.
00:24Commissioners say rising costs and funding pressures mean increases are needed to protect
00:30services. Some councillors have raised concerns about affordability for residents during financial
00:37hardship. Panels are reviewing the proposals with final decisions expected in the coming weeks.
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