Westminster City Council is considering a drastic increase in council tax, potentially doubling it, to address a significant reduction in its central government grant. The "fair funding" review will cut Westminster's annual grant from £219 million to £119 million by 2029-30, forcing the council to explore "stark and very tough choices." Despite collecting substantial business rates and having one of the lowest council tax rates nationally, the council argues the review inadequately considers its high poverty levels, social challenges, and the daily influx of one million visitors. Westminster, along with five other councils, has received powers to increase council tax beyond the usual 5% threshold, prompting a public consultation on service priorities and willingness to pay more.