In 2021 it was announced by Finance Secretary (and prospective First Minister) Kate Forbes that the SNP’s freeze on council tax rises – enforced since 2007 – would be coming to an end.
It gave the green light to cash-strapped local authorities to raise more money from residents to plug holes in their ever-diminishing budgets.
This year will see substantial rises across Scotland, adding further to the misery of the cost of living crisis.
Here’s how much more every local authority will be charging.
1. Aberdeen City
A 5 per cent hike in council tax will be hitting Aberdonians - half that of the 10 per cent hike originally floated by councillors. Photo: Canva/Getty Images
2. Aberdeenshire
Those living in Aberdeenshire, including in the town of Banff (pictured), will see their council tax rise by 4 per cent. The hike has already been agreed. Photo: Canva/Getty Images
3. Angus
Councillors in Angus, which includes the town of Arbroath - have opted for a 6 per cent increase to council tax. Photo: Canva/Getty Images
4. Argyll and Bute
Argyll and Bute councillors have agreed a 5 per cent increase for residents - including those living in the pretty seaside town of Oban (pictured). Photo: Canva/Getty Images