The Broads Authority has agreed a 5.9pc increase to its toll fees next year - a lower amount than needed to cover the increased costs faced by the organisation.

It follows mounting backlash from hire boat firms and private boat users, who have complained the costs have risen too much in the last three years.

However, this will mean less money will be spent on services such as dredging - the clearance of mud and silt to keep the rivers and lakes navigable.

As much as £117,000 is expected to be........

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