Tell us how our savings proposals impact you

Overview

Midlothian Council faces rising costs for delivering public services. We are facing a budget gap of £9.406 million in 2025/26 rising to a projected £20.645 million by 2028/29. Some extremely difficult decisions will need to be made to balance our budget. We want to hear your views to help us decide our 2025/2026 spending plans.  

Reading the background information and responding to the survey takes approximately 20 to 30 minutes to complete (not all questions require a response). 

Why your views matter

Although we’ve already made significant savings over a number of years to ensure we meet our legal obligation to balance our budget, we still face a real shortfall between our funding and the cost of the services we deliver. What you tell us, therefore, will help councillors understand the impact savings proposals will have on you and inform their final decisions.

If you need help to fill in the survey

If you need help to complete the survey online please visit your local library where staff will be happy to help.  

• Find your local library

If you need information provided in a different format, such as accessible PDF, large print, easy to read, audio recording or braille, please email:

• HaveYourSay@midlothian.gov.uk

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What happens next

Councillors will consider the consultation findings before the 2025/26 Budget setting meeting early next year.