Perth and Kinross councillors have voted to reject proposals to bring in unpopular crematorium webcam charges and increase the price of parking.A proposed 10p increase in the cost of school meals has also been deferred until next year.The Conservative budget was ultimately backed by the Liberal Democrat group and Independent councillors after incorporating some of their proposals.The Conservative 2021/22 budget pledged to invest a record £14 million in roads, £1.3m in business recovery, £550,000 in education and over £1m in communities.Council leader Murray Lyle said the spending plan focused on recovery, supporting businesses and roads.Cllr Lyle told councillors: “The unknowns caused by the COVID-19 pandemic are unparalleled.“Rather than.
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