James Turner

Lincolnshire County Council leader Martin Hill (Conservative) said he is “still not convinced” by a community group’s bid to revitalise the Deepings Leisure Centre.

Last month, South Kesteven District Council agreed to a one-time financial contribution of £850,000 to The Deepings Community Leisure Community Interest Company (CIC) aimed at refurbishing the cherished leisure facility, which was forced to close in July 2021.

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Lincolnshire County Council has confirmed that tax bills across the region will increase by 4.99% after councillors unanimously approved its budget for the 2024/25 fiscal year.

During a Full Council meeting on Friday, Leader Councillor Martin Hill (Conservative) presented his proposed budget, which also included an extra £7.7 million for services, nearly £3 million for flood protection, and £2.5 million for highways improvements.

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