Low-charging local authorities face pressure to increase bills or cut services under Rayner plan

Bills could rise to fund authorities in deprived areas

New Labour plans look to provide more support to areas where demand is greater

Local Government Minister Jim McMahon this morning unveiled proposals to 'modernise' they system and send more than £2billion 'to the places and communities that need it most'.

Low-charging local authorities face pressure to increase bills or cut services under Rayner plan