Ernie Clark. Hilperton Division, Wiltshire Council.

What will the increase be next year?

Both Hilperton Parish and Wiltshire councils are in the process of setting their 25/26 precept.

Amongst the costs to be considered is the increase in employer's National Insurance imposed by Labour in their recent budget.

This will have only a minor implication for Hilperton but will have a major impact on WC.