Council tax could rise by around 11%

The Borough Council has organised two public meetings to debate possible increases of between 5% and 11%.

Interested parties are invited to attend the meetings in the Council Chamber at the Civic offices on Wednesday at 1100 GMT and 29 January at 1900 GMT.

Leader of the Council Mike Bawden said: "I welcome an honest and open debate and these meetings are an important part of the consultation process.

"I and other elected members are very happy to meet with local people to answer any questions they have."

So far, the council has sent questionnaires to around 2,400 residents to get their views on any proposed rises.