New Budget Cuts To Local Councils Announced

The video discusses the Barnet Council's cost-cutting measures, including outsourcing services to private companies, which will reduce the number of council employees significantly by 2020. It highlights the impact of government funding cuts on local councils, with some facing reductions of up to 6.4%. The National Audit Office estimates a 37% drop in funding for local authorities since 2010. The Chartered Institute for Public Finance warns of deeper cuts, and council leaders express concerns about the consequences. The video also addresses the impact on public services, such as library closures, and presents political perspectives on the role of society and the state.

What are the consequences of the government's approach to local government funding as discussed in the text?

In what ways are local libraries being affected by the cuts mentioned in the report?