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News releases - January 2026

Have your say before our budget consultation closes on Friday 16 January 2026

There's still time to share your views on our Budget Consultation for 2026/27. With the deadline fast approaching, we want to hear from as many residents as possible.

Council rent levels for 2026/27 to be considered

Councillors will be asked to approve a 6.5% rent increase for Perth and Kinross Council tenants next week, which will fund new council house purchases and faster repairs for tenants.

Community justice in Perth and Kinross

Work to protect residents and prevent re offending will be discussed by Perth and Kinross Council's Housing and Social Wellbeing Committee next week.

Reduced school exclusion zone recommended to improve travel safety at Viewlands campus

Revisions to the School Exclusion Zone (SEZ) around Viewlands Primary School, Fairview School and Perth Academy will go before the Economy and Infrastructure Committee on Wednesday 28 January 2026 for approval.

Perth and Kinross retains A rating for environmental action

Rating for environmental action retained for third year in a row